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Diddy’s Lawyers Propose “Far More Robust” Bail Package In Latest Attempt At Getting Him Out Of Jail

November 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s legal team has put forth a “far more robust” offer in an attempt to get the disgraced Bad Boy mogul out on bail. According to the Associated Press, under the proposal, he would be subject to nonstop security monitoring and a complete restriction on his ability to communicate with anyone but his lawyers. The financial offering, however, remains unchanged at $50 million.

In the filing, they cite new evidence that allegedly “makes clear that the government’s case is thin.” It apparently refutes the state’s claim that the infamous 2016 video showing Combs physically assaulting Cassie at a hotel was part of one of his alleged “freak-offs.” The defense attorneys contextualize the video as “a minutes-long glimpse into a complex but decade-long consensual relationship” between the two of them.

Diddy Attends Super Bowl LII

Feb 4, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Recording artist P. Diddy a/k/a Sean Combs prior to the game between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports via Imagn Images.

Additionally, they continue to argue that the conditions Diddy is facing at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn are violating his constitutional rights. He’s been residing at the jail since his arrest in September for alleged trafficking and racketeering. He previously pleaded not guilty and has denied all of the allegations.

Azealia Banks has already made headlines for reacting to the bail proposal, theorizing an unfounded link between Diddy and Kamala Harris. “This n***a diddy is REALLY trying to get out on bail .. now that kamala has lost im f*cking scared that might actually happen,” she wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Lol the lawyer said he got NEW EVIDENCE that the prosecutors case is thin…. mad vague and ominous. No the birthday at central bookings jail birthday breakfast menu had me CRYINGGG. Like noooooooo. Said the n***a had cereal a banana and a breakfast cake. It’s the breakfast cake for me. We will gag if the lawyer got evidence of the DNC using the diddybox to coerce celebrities into endorsing kamala and that’s how he gets off. Omg the industry will quakeeeee.”

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Diddy Gets Promising Bail Update After Court Allows Him To Seek A New Hearing

October 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It looks like Diddy still has another chance to secure bail in his federal case alleging sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. According to journalist Meghann Cuniff, the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals approved a motion for him from Thursday (October 24) to temporarily place his bail appeal on hold. This is so Sean Combs can look for a new bail hearing in United States District Court, and the judge-approved order reportedly supersedes the prosecution’s objections. As such, there is still another window through which he might find bond, although it’s been a very difficult process so far that doesn’t indicate it will get any easier.

Elsewhere, Diddy and his legal team sought to place a gag order in court, in order to remedy what they allege are leaks from the government to the press. “The defense believes that Exhibit A accomplishes the intended purposes of the requested relief,” their motion reportedly reads. “To ensure that leaks, as well as damaging and false information which are undermining Mr. Combs’ right to a fair trial stop, while including reciprocal restraints on the defense. […] Unfortunately, however, we are unable to submit Exhibit A as a joint proposal, because after extensive back and forth since the October 10 conference, the parties were unable to reach agreement on the order. We did narrow the disputes, however, and understand that most, but not all, of the language in Exhibit A is acceptable to the government.”

Diddy Will Seek A New Bail Hearing

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals is allowing Sean “Diddy” Combs to put his bail appeal on hold while he seeks a new bail hearing in U.S. District Court.

Order filed today. This is over the objection of prosecutors. pic.twitter.com/BSTSeG2REc

— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) October 24, 2024

While the world continues to debate about – and react to – the Diddy case, his family publicly supported him through a new statement. His children expressed how “devastating” this process has been, pointing to the many accusations and assumptions against the Combs family that they characterize as “absurdity.” Overall, they want their father to come home and believe that he will be proven to be innocent when it comes to his alleged crimes.

Others, though, are not so quick to throw their support behind Diddy despite past links. For example, Jadakiss recently praised his parties, but also made it clear that said admiration is for the parties he went to, which he says didn’t reflect the alleged crimes at hand. To put it bluntly, he was looking back at simpler times when the alleged darkness that we’ve heard about wasn’t prevalent in discussion. We’ll see what happens with this bail move…

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Diddy Faces More Obstacles In His Bid For Bail Thanks To Scathing Filing From Prosecutors

October 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

While Diddy was denied bond three times so far in his federal case for alleged sex trafficking charges and more, he still has a shot. Specifically, it’s with a three-judge panel at the appeals court that will hear his arguments in his defense on November 4. Still, prosecutors want to make this as unlikely as possible. They recently filed an opposing motion on Wednesday (October 16) asking the appeals court to uphold Judge Andrew Carter’s decision to deny Sean Combs bail. In addition, they claimed that “clear and convincing evidence” proves why Combs is allegedly a danger to possible witnesses.

“In arguing that evidence of obstruction was ‘thin’ and that the Government ‘provided no basis to believe’ that Combs tampered with witnesses, Combs primarily quibbles with the strength of the Government’s evidence that Combs made inappropriate contact with Government witnesses,” prosecutors expressed concerning Diddy. “But Combs ignores altogether the serious and substantial allegations of obstruction, bribery and witness tampering charged in the Indictment as part Combs’ pattern of racketeering activity that amply supported Judge Carter’s determination. […] Combs’ longstanding and sophisticated methods of obstructing justice and silencing witnesses more than established his dangerousness.”

Diddy At Invest Fest 2023

Diddy Trial Bail Prosecutors Against Filing Witness Tampering Hip Hop News — ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 26: Sean “Diddy” Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 26, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Also, prosecutors alleged that Diddy used “methodical and sophisticated means to silence and intimidate witnesses,” per the supposed results of their investigation and Judge Carter’s ruling. They claimed that he uses “loyal intermediaries” to see the intimidation through via violence, blackmail, and his financial power, pointing to this as the reason why they believe he should not secure bail. They also brought up a specific alleged example of the Bad Boy mogul texting an alleged victim. Other alleged instances of this came up in other motions and lawsuits.

Meanwhile, another legal dispute concerns whether or not Diddy laced baby oil with drugs, an unverified allegation that emerged in civil lawsuits but hasn’t been confirmed or proven by federal authorities or any other party. When federal officials raided his homes, they made no note of laced baby oil upon discovering 1,000 bottles of it. On November 4, it seems like we will know for sure whether the appeals court agrees with this latest filing from the prosecution.

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50 Cent Expects Diddy To Get Out On Bail After His Next Hearing

October 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent says that he expects Diddy to get out on bail after his next court hearing and advised his followers to keep their same energy when he’s not behind bars. He made the statement in a since-deleted post on Instagram caught by DJ Akademiks. “Diddy gonna make bail his next court date, so all this sh*t y’all been saying, keep the same energy,” 50 wrote. “Don’t you even try to take that post down!”

Authorities first arrested Diddy on charges of alleged sex trafficking and racketeering in New York, last month. A judge denied his initial request to get out on bail shortly afterward, and in turn, he resides at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Diddy’s Attorney Speaks Outside Of His First Bailing Hearing

Marc Agnifilo (L), lawyer for rapper and music producer Sean “Diddy.” Combs, speaks outside federal court after Combs’ arraignment hearing on September 17, 2024, in New York. A US judge on Tuesday refused a bail request from Combs and ordered the superstar rapper jailed pending his trial on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. Magistrate Judge Robyn Tarnofsky ordered Combs to remain in custody after the music mogul pleaded not guilty to the charges in an indictment that was unsealed on Tuesday. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

The trolling from 50 Cent isn’t limited to just social media. He recently announced that Netflix is producing his docuseries about the allegations surrounding Diddy. “This is a story with significant human impact. It is a complex narrative spanning decades, not just the headlines or clips seen so far,” 50 Cent and director Alexandria Stapleton said in a statement to Variety. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to give a voice to the voiceless and to present authentic and nuanced perspectives. While the allegations are disturbing, we urge all to remember that Sean Combs’ story is not the full story of hip-hop and its culture. We aim to ensure that individual actions do not overshadow the culture’s broader contributions.”

50 Cent Trolls Diddy On Instagram

Check out 50’s since-deleted Instagram post below. Diddy has already pleaded not guilty to the charges. His next court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday, October 9. Be on the lookout for further updates on 50 Cent and Diddy on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy Puts Together A New Legal Team Following Third Bail Attempt

October 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Diddy has been denied bail twice, but that’s not going to stop him from finding a solution. Previously, the embattled mogul had his attorney offer up $50,000,000 which included the sales of his and his mother’s homes in Miami. In that same bail package was limited travel between Florida and New York for essential matters. After shutting down that proposal, Diddy and his legal team appealed and did so with a second option. He was willing to sacrifice not having any female visitors besides his family members and other vital contacts such as property caretakers.

There would also be no contact with witnesses, co-conspirators, daily logs would be taken of visitors each day, and he would do daily drug tests. The court voted no on that, so what does Diddy have up his sleeve this time? Well, according to a report from TMZ, he is adding to new pieces to what he hopes will be the defense team to get him out of jail before trial. One of those fresh faces is Anthony Ricco, who we previously reported on after the Bad Boy Records boss filed another appeal for Judge Andrew Carter’s decision to deny their requests for a release under any circumstance.

Diddy Is Recruiting Some Of The Best Attorneys In The Nation

STUDIO CITY, CA – MAY 30: Sean “Diddy” Combs attends the premiere of Fox’s “The Four: Battle For Stardom” Season 2 at CBS Studios – Radford on May 30, 2018 in Studio City, California. (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images)

On top of Ricco (who is a top-tier trial lawyer in the U.S.), Alexandra Shapiro is also onboard. TMZ hears that she is a real force as far as appellate lawyers go. Given how stingy the judge has been throughout the early stages of this case, this may not work out in Diddy’s favor. But since he’s facing a max of life behind prison walls, he’s going to scratch and claw his way out.

What are your thoughts on Diddy building a new legal team for bail attempt number three? Do you think this will lead to his release? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Diddy and his ongoing case. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Diddy Is Stuck At “Horrific” Jail As His Lawyer Reveals Nothing More Can Be Done

September 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, is giving up on getting the Bad Boy mogul out of the infamous Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn after his appeal failed, last week. In a court filing obtained by AllHipHop, the attorney explained that, at this point, there’s nothing left that can be done until further notice. He had previously requested that his client at least be moved to Essex County after being unable to get him out on bail. The rapper’s legal team had described the conditions at MDC Brooklyn as “horrific.”

“Following the September 18, 2024 court appearance, the court ordered a status update from counsel concerning any request related to the location of Mr. Combs’ detention,” his lawyer Marc Agnifilo wrote. “At this point, there is no request from counsel that the court take any action.”

Diddy’s Sons Leave His Bail Hearing

Justin Combs (front) and Christian Combs, sons of rapper and music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs, leave federal court for their father’s bail hearing in New York on September 18, 2024. Combs will remain imprisoned pending trial on racketeering and sex trafficking charges, after a judge denied his appeal on September 18. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

Authorities arrested Diddy, last week, sharing a 14-page federal indictment against him. “For decades, Sean Combs … abused, threatened and coerced women and others around him to fulfill his sexual desires, protect his reputation and conceal his conduct,” the indictment read. “To do so, Combs relied on the employees, resources and influence of the multi-faceted business empire that he led and controlled—creating a criminal enterprise whose members and associates engaged in and attempted to engage in, among other crimes, sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.” He’s since pleaded not guilty and has denied all of the allegations.

At the Brooklyn jail, Diddy is currently on suicide watch, although Agnifilo has clarified that the move is standard procedure for new, high-profile inmates. R. Kelly, Jeffrey Epstein, and more celebrities have stayed there in the past. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy’s Request For Release On Bail Denied Again At Hearing

September 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week Diddy was arrested following months of lawsuit and damning allegations. The mogul was charged with “racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution,” according to TMZ. Following the indictment, Diddy requested pre-trial release on bail. His request was promptly denied.

Today, the Bad Boy Records founder appeared in court once again. He appealed the judge’s decision, expressing his willingness to give up privacy and female house guests in exchange for freedom before his trial. This attempt was also denied.

Judge Makes Ruling At Diddy’s Appeal Hearing

Sean Combs is seen arriving at “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on October 30, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)

“The government has proven the defendant is a danger,” U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter said. “The bail package is insufficient even on risk of flight.” The ruling comes after Diddy pleaded not guilty to all charges. His sons Christian and Justin were spotted outside the courtroom today, though their father has since been sent back to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Despite all of Diddy’s latest legal losses, his team still appears confident in their ability to get him off the hook. “He’s going to clear his name and we’re going to stand by his side as he does. We believe in him wholeheartedly,” his lawyer Marc Agnifilo told reporters earlier this week, according to CNN. “He came here to turn himself in. Why doesn’t the government want him to turn himself in? Because then they can’t ask for detention. All we can do is show good faith. He got on a plane and he came here. They arrested a guy who came here to turn himself in.” What do you think of a judge denying Diddy’s request for bail for a second time? Are you surprised? Share your thoughts in the comments section below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Diddy Promises To Have No Female Visitors In Latest Bail Proposal

September 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, Diddy was arrested following months of disturbing allegations and lawsuits. According to TMZ, he was charged with “racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution.” If convicted, the Bad Boy Records founder could face a minimum of 15 years behind bars or a maximum sentence of life.

Despite offering home detention with GPS monitoring and “all other standard conditions of pretrial supervision,” Diddy’s request for bail was denied earlier this week. Today, he appeared in court again to appeal the judge’s decision and make another proposal. His legal team claimed that if he were released, the security company that overlooks his Miami home would hand over visitor logs nightly.

Diddy Appeals Judge’s Bail Decision

Diddy Promises To Have No Female Visitors In Latest Bail Proposal — Diddy performs onstage during the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV)

They also added that Diddy would only receive visits from family, property caretakers, and friends who are not co-conspirators. His team added that his only female visitors would be family members or the mothers of his children. On top of this, Diddy promised to have no contact with witnesses and to take weekly drug tests. It’s to be seen whether or not the appeal will be successful. Previously, Judge Robyn Tarnofsky argued that Diddy could theoretically and allegedly re-offend if released. “This is a crime that happens behind closed doors, even when pretrial services is monitoring,” she explained earlier this week.

Despite these latest developments, Diddy’s team appears confident in their ability to get him off the hook. “He’s going to clear his name and we’re going to stand by his side as he does,” his attorney Marc Agnifilo said outside the courthouse yesterday. “We believe in him wholeheartedly.” What do you think of Diddy’s recent arrest? What about his latest attempt at bail? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Diddy To Stay In Jail Despite Unfathomable Bail Proposal

September 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Diddy will be remaining behind bars despite offering a $50 million bail to get out with GPS monitoring in Miami. His attorney, Marc Agnifilo, argued that he’s “earned” the trust of the court unsuccessfully at his arraignment on Tuesday in New York City. “He has never run from a challenge, and he will not run from this one. Instead, he takes these challenges head-on, he moves toward them confidently and with the assurances that right is on his side,” Agnifilo said, referencing his decision to willingly travel to New York for the arrest. Agnifilo had told reporters he’d “fight like hell” to get bail prior to the hearing.

Judge Robyn Tarnofsky wasn’t buying it, instead suggesting that “this is a crime that happens behind closed doors, even when pretrial services is monitoring,” as caught by CNN. Earlier in the day, Assistant US Attorney Emily Johnson argued against letting Diddy out on bail by claiming he’s reached out to witnesses and victims in the past. “Witnesses have universally expressed fear of the defendant,” Johnson remarked. She also cited R. Kelly, Jeffrey Epstein, and Keith Raniere all being detained in their respective cases.

Christian Combs Arrives At The Courthouse For Diddy’s Arraignment

Christian Combs, son of rapper and music producer Sean “Diddy.” Combs, arrives at federal court for his father’s arraignment on September 17, 2024, in New York. “Diddy” has been indicted on charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, prosecutors said on September 17. The music mogul, who was arrested on September 16, also faces a third charge of “transportation to engage in prostitution,” the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York said. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP) (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)

Prosecutors released the 14-page federal indictment against Diddy on Tuesday morning. In it, authorities accuse him of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking while detailing numerous claims stemming from his alleged “freak off” parties. They alleged he would lure in female victims under the “pretense of a romantic relationship” before coercing them into sex acts for the events while also providing them with various drugs.

Diddy has continued to deny the allegations and is pleading guilty to the charges. Marc Agnifilo has yet to comment on his client being remanded. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy on HotNewHipHop.

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Law Enforcement Seized “Freak Off Supplies” From Diddy’s Home, Including Over 1,000 Bottles of Lube

September 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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The full indictment of Diddy is available online, and some details from the March 2024 raid of his homes in Miami and Los Angeles are available. According to the indictment, law enforcement seized “various Freak Off supplies, including narcotics and more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant.”

The “Freak Off” events were described as “elaborate and produced sex performances that Combs arranged, directed, masturbated during, and often electronically recorded.”

Diddy also had IV fluids on hand for recovery from the drug use. Diddy is facing drug charges with the intent to distribute cocaine, oxycodone, Xanax, CHB, MDMA, and ketamine.

Diddy also had 3 AR-15s with scrubbed serial numbers and a drum magazine.

According to TMZ, the indictment makes accusations from 2008 to the present, naming members of Combs businesses as engaging in a range of illegal activities, including sex trafficking, forced labor, interstate transportation for purposes of prostitution, coercion, and enticement to engage in prostitution, narcotics offenses, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.

Additionally, the indictment suggests the Combs company was set up for the media and entertainment industries but also aided in Diddy’s sexual gratification.

According to TMZ, Diddy is still in custody and will have his charges read to him by a judge on Tuesday. Speaking outside the court, Diddy’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, stated he would “fight like hell” to secure bail for Diddy.

You can read more on Diddy’s arrest here. The indictment can be read in full here.

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