Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has requested that a federal judge allow him to serve his four-year prison sentence at FCI Fort Dix, a low-security correctional facility in New Jersey, with rehabilitation programs and proximity to New York.
According to court filings, Combs’ legal team requested Judge Arun Subramanian to “strongly recommend” Fort Dix to the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), emphasising the institution’s Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)—a course that could shorten his sentence if completed successfully.
Combs’ attorneys argued that Fort Dix would provide an ideal environment for rehabilitation, family access, and education. The facility’s location, near Combs’ former residence, would make it easier for his children and relatives to visit regularly.
They also noted that Fort Dix offers vocational training, counselling, and structured programs that could support Combs’ reintegration into society upon release. However, the final placement decision rests solely with the Bureau of Prisons, meaning the judge’s recommendation would be advisory, not binding.
The sentencing followed Diddy’s October 3, 2025 conviction on two counts of violating the Mann Act—transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution. He was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges, avoiding a potentially lengthier sentence.
He has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Centre in Brooklyn since his 2024 arrest, and that time will count toward his total prison term.
While his legal team seeks leniency, critics have questioned the safety and management of Fort Dix, citing reports of contraband smuggling and staffing shortages at the prison.
Combs’ defence team also clashed with Judge Subramanian during sentencing, accusing the court of “overreach” and claiming the judge acted as a “13th juror” by reinterpreting aspects of the jury’s acquittal. His lawyers have already announced plans to appeal the sentence, challenging both its length and the judge’s reasoning.
If the court approves his request, the Bureau of Prisons could assign Combs to Fort Dix within weeks. If not, he may be placed in another low-security facility based on his classification and security needs.
The appeal process, meanwhile, could stretch over several months, potentially affecting his release timeline if successful.
Combs’ prison preference marks another twist in one of the most closely watched celebrity legal battles in recent years—one that continues to test the limits of fame, accountability, and the justice system.
