Prosecutors argued Combs deserves at least 11 years in prison.
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to 50 months in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related offenses.
He gets credit for time served since his arrest. Combs has already spent 12 months at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
Before the judge read the sentence, Combs tearfully apologized in court, saying, "I’ve been humbled and broken to my core."
Federal prosecutors argued Combs deserved at least 11 years in prison, while Combs' lawyers asked for a sentence of no more than 14 months.
Doug Wigdor, an attorney for Sean Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, said in a statement, “While nothing can undo the trauma caused by Combs, the sentence imposed today recognizes the impact of the serious offenses he committed.”
“We are confident that with the support of her family and friends, Ms. Ventura will continue healing knowing that her bravery and fortitude have been an inspiration to so many,” Wigdor said.
District Judge Arun Subramanian is now speaking to Sean Combs to encourage him that there is a “light at the end of the tunnel” despite the lengthy sentence.
“Mr. Combs, I know you feel you are in a dark place right now, but these crimes were serious ones,” the judge said. “Mr. Combs, you and your family are going to get through this. There is a light at the end of the tunnel.”
When leaving the courtroom, Combs turned to his family and said, “I’m sorry. I love you.”
Sean Combs sat expressionless in his seat when the judge issued his sentence. His hands were clasped in his lap and he dropped his head slightly.
The judge went on to thank Cassie Ventura and “Jane” for their testimony.
“You stood up to power,” the judge said. “The number of people who you reached is incalculable.”
District Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced Sean Combs to 50 months in prison and five years of supervised release. The judge also set a fine of $500,000 – the maximum allowed under the law.
Combs has already served 12 months in prison, which he will get credit for.
The judge said the sentence was necessary to ensure deterrence and to reflect the impact on his victims.
