The music tycoon Sean The Conference, chaired by the United States District Judge, Arun Subramanian, addressed several key legal issues, including jury selection, the evidence presented and the timeline of the trial court.
Com combs, which faces extortion, sex trafficking and transportation positions to participate in prostitution, seemed like gray and amazing hair assistants with its altered appearance. He declared himself innocent of all the charges.
Judgment procedure
Throughout the 35 -minute audience, Comps maintained good spirits, smiling and greeting a small group of family and friends who attended. However, he also seemed frustrated sometimes, shaking his head and whispering his lawyer, said USA Today.
During the session, the prosecutors and the combs legal team discussed the trial schedule and the tests of evidence. The court also reviewed the jury selection process before the trial, which will begin on May 5.
The new accusation adds forced labor accusations
At the conference, Combs He was prosecuted for a new accusation, which extended the accusations against him. The reviewed positions include claims that forced employees to work long hours and threatened reprisals against those who refused to help in their alleged sexual trafficking scheme.
The accusation is the last of a series of legal challenges for CombsAfter numerous demands and accusations of rape, sexual aggression and physical abuse that cover three decades.
Additional accusations and case of prosecution
Earlier this month, prosecutors presented a second replacement accusation, which updated an accusation amended in January. This last presentation added three women not identified to the case, claiming that they were victims of Combs‘Supposed Sex traffic operation.
Prosecutors claim that Combs He submitted employees to forced labor in inhuman circumstances as part of a broader criminal company.
Trial established for May 5
With his trial scheduled to begin on May 5, Combs He faces significant legal obstacles while his defense team prepares for the next judicial battle. As the procedures advance, the case continues to attract public and media scrutiny.