Sean “Diddy” Combs is acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges after a two-month federal trial. His legal team argues the case is about voluntary adult choices, not a criminal enterprise. When the not guilty verdict is read, people in the courtroom cheer for Diddy’s “dream team” of lawyers, led by Teny Geragos and Marc Agnifilo. Geragos cries and hugs Diddy’s family.
This legal team draws comparisons to O.J. Simpson’s original “dream team” from 1995. Robert Shapiro, who defended Simpson, praises Diddy’s lawyers for doing a terrific job on a case he feels was overcharged by the U.S. Attorney. Alan Dershowitz, also part of Simpson’s old team, agrees it was smart not to have Diddy testify, just like they did with O.J.
The jury still finds Diddy guilty of two lesser counts related to transportation for prostitution. His lawyers push for bail, but the judge denies it, which Dershowitz calls vindictive and wrong. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for October 3.
Teny Geragos makes headlines during the trial by telling jurors the case is really about love, jealousy, infidelity, and money, not a RICO or sex trafficking conspiracy. She points out Diddy’s bad temper isn’t a crime, saying he’s charged with running a criminal enterprise, not for being mean.
Marc Agnifilo, who previously defended Martin Shkreli and NXIVM’s Keith Raniere, highlights that Diddy has lived up to his obligations and is a serious businessman. He promises they won’t stop fighting until Diddy is a completely free man.
Outside court, prosecutors argue Diddy is wealthy, dangerous, and has a history of violence and drugs, making him a flight risk. Meanwhile, Diddy’s team celebrates what they call a big win, and the power of juries to stand up to federal prosecutors.
