P Diddy isn’t just accepting his 50-month prison sentence quietly. The hip-hop mogul, 55, has made a clear request about where he wants to serve it. His legal team, spearheaded by attorney Teny Geragos, has asked the court to recommend that Diddy be sent to the low-security FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey (per TMZ).
This move isn’t just about comfort; the letter to Judge Arun Subramanian underscores Fort Dix’s rehabilitation programs and its capacity to support Diddy’s family visitation, and he can “address drug abuse issues”. Diddy’s father-figure and legal veteran, Mark Geragos, has warned that wherever the hip-hop mogul lands, he’ll face serious threats; Diddy’s team even alerted the judge that there’s a hit planned on him inside.
Currently, Diddy has spent more than a year at MDC Brooklyn and faces over two more years in federal prison. While Judge Subramanian can recommend a facility, the Bureau of Prisons has the ultimate authority to approve it.
President Donald Trump Confirms P Diddy Asked Him for Pardon
President Donald Trump confirmed that Diddy has sought a presidential pardon following his conviction on pr*stitution-related charges. Speaking to reporters (via ABC News), Trump casually referred to Combs by his former stage name, Puff Daddy, revealing,
A lot of people have asked me for pardons. I call him Puff Daddy, [he] has asked me for a pardon.
Diddy’s camp has remained tight-lipped about the pardon plea. After his sentencing to over four years, Diddy faces not only imprisonment but a hefty $500,000 fine. His lawyers are exploring an appeal, arguing that the judge’s sentence was disproportionately harsh and influenced by unproven claims outside the jury’s guilty verdict.
Lead attorney Teny Geragos emphasized:
The jury made it very clear in their verdict that they acquitted him of the s*x trafficking and the RICO counts. Not guilty means not guilty.
The legal team’s letter highlights Fort Dix’s Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), pointing to its importance for Diddy’s rehabilitation:
In order to address drug abuse issues and to maximize family visitation and rehabilitative efforts, we request that the Court strongly recommend to the Bureau of Prisons that Mr. Combs be placed at FCI Fort Dix for RDAP purposes and any other available educational and occupational programs.
Meanwhile, Trump’s comments about the pardon surfaced amid his consideration of another high-profile clemency request for Ghislaine Maxwell.
The Punisher Backs Judge’s Decision in Diddy Sentencing to Protect Victims
The verdict on Diddy’s sentencing hasn’t just stirred legal debates; it’s drawn strong opinions from those directly involved in the case. Sharay Hayes, the exotic male dancer known as ‘The Punisher’ who testified against Combs, initially thought Diddy should be released for time served, but now supports the judge’s decision to extend the sentence.
Sharay explained his shift in stance, highlighting the judge’s intent to shield victims and deter similar offenses. “He was on top of the world and lost it all … and has no one to blame but himself,” Sharay told TMZ.
However, another s*x worker involved in the trial believes Diddy’s punishment is too lenient, expecting a decade behind bars due to additional charges, including assault and arson, which were dropped before the trial. The worker also revealed that Diddy’s lawyers tried to secure a supportive letter from him but were advised against it.
Diddy’s journey through the justice system has been anything but smooth sailing, and his prison destination now adds another chapter. Will the Bureau of Prisons heed his legal team’s request for Fort Dix, a place offering some semblance of support, or will Diddy face a harsher environment? And what of the pardon request? Could it turn the tide or is it just wishful thinking?
Readers, what’s your take on Diddy’s prison preference? Do you think Fort Dix is a wise choice for his rehabilitation, or just a safe harbor for a star navigating stormy seas? Drop your thoughts below!
