Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs complained about the lack of laptops in prison

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has voiced his frustration over what he calls unacceptable restrictions on laptop access during his time in jail. The 55-year-old rapper and music mogul is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn as he awaits trial on charges related to sex trafficking and extortion. Following three denials of his bail requests, Combs’ legal team has now written to a federal judge, lodging a formal complaint about his inability to use a laptop in his jail cell.

The letter, written by attorneys Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos and obtained by RadarOnline.com, explains the situation as follows:

“We write on behalf of Mr. Combs to request the Court instruct MDC to provide him with the laptop prepared by the government for his use and allow him to use it in his unit, in line with how other inmates in his unit are permitted to use their laptops.”

According to the letter, the government provided MDC with a laptop for Combs on November 25, 2024, which was intended for him to review discovery materials and work on his defense. However, despite the laptop being available for over nine days, Combs has yet to be given access to it, even after multiple requests from his defense team.

Restrictions Hindering Defense Preparation

Combs’ legal team argues that there is no legitimate reason for these ongoing restrictions, which are hindering his ability to prepare his defense properly for trial. They claim that this limitation is significantly impacting Combs’ ability to communicate with his lawyers, who typically meet with him via video conference due to the jail’s conditions. The attorneys further state:

“These restrictions are unacceptable and, as far as we understand, are not imposed on any other inmates in his unit. They significantly limit the amount of time Mr. Combs can use the laptop and force him to choose between using the laptop or meeting with his attorneys.”

Combs’ legal team has previously accused the government of attempting to monitor his handwritten notes. They claim that prosecutors seized confidential attorney-client materials from Combs’ jail cell, which included potential defense strategies and witness lists. The defense team argues that this seizure violated Combs’ Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment rights, particularly his right to confidential communication with his legal counsel.

Upcoming Trial and Denials of Bail

Combs is scheduled to appear in court in May 2025 to face trial. He has denied the charges against him, which include conspiracy to commit extortion, sex trafficking, fraud, and coercion related to human trafficking and the operation of a prostitution network.

The ongoing legal battle has cast a shadow over Combs’ career as his team continues to challenge the conditions of his detention as well as the handling of his case. With such significant charges hanging over him, the case is likely to be a pivotal moment in the career of one of hip-hop’s most influential figures.