What is the status of Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal case?

Combs was found guilty in July 2024 on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, with acquittals on the more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges. He was sentenced to 50 months in prison, but his defense team has now secured an expedited appeal process, potentially leading to an early release in 2026.

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Diddy's Sentence Expedited: Chance of Early Release in 2026

Q: How has Diddy's situation changed in recent weeks?

Combs was recently transferred to a low-security facility in New Jersey, which could allow him to earn early release for good behavior and successful completion of rehabilitation programs. Additionally, his lawyers' request for an expedited appeal process has been granted, with oral arguments scheduled for as early as April 2026.

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Summary

Diddy's defense team granted request to expedite appeal process
Oral arguments scheduled for April 2026, potentially shortening 50-month sentence
Transferred to low-security facility, may earn early release for good behavior

Diddy's Sentence Expedited: Chance of Early Release in 2026

As of November 4, 2025, rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs has been granted a significant legal victory in his ongoing legal saga. Just days after being transferred to a low-security facility in New Jersey, Combs' defense team has successfully secured an expedited appeal process, potentially paving the way for an early release from his 50-month sentence.

In a ruling issued on November 4, 2025, U.S. Circuit Court Judge Beth Robinson granted Combs' lawyers' request to fast-track the appeal. This means that Combs' opening brief and appendix are now due by December 23, 2025, with the government's response due by February 20, 2026, and Combs' reply brief due by March 13, 2026. Oral arguments are scheduled for as early as April 2026, subject to the approval of the presiding judge.

This development marks a significant shift in Combs' legal fortunes, as the justice system often moves at a glacial pace. With the expedited timeline, Combs now stands a better chance of having his 50-month sentence reduced or even deemed "moot," as his lawyers had previously stated. Additionally, Combs' transfer to the low-security Fort Dix FCI in New Jersey could also work in his favor, as he may be able to shave off a few months from his sentence through good behavior and successful completion of rehabilitation programs.