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- Diddy jail cell notes seized by prosecutors were ‘birthday reminders and inspirational quotes’ (newsbreak.com)
During a search of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ jail cell, notebooks containing reminders of family birthdays and inspirational quotes were discovered. Prosecutors claim these notes are not protected by attorney-client privilege since they were not labeled as such.
Defense attorneys argue that the search and seizure of personal items and paperwork were unlawful and violated due process. They claim the notes include privileged discussions with their client.
Prosecutors maintain that the notes do not contain legal advice and include non-privileged information such as family birthdays.
Combs’ lawyer alleges that the search was a pretext to obtain privileged notes, which were turned over to prosecutors.
The hearing stems from allegations that Combs used fellow inmates’ phones to blackmail victims and witnesses from his cell, urging his family to influence witness testimony.
Combs is facing charges of coercing and abusing women with the help of associates and employees, and silencing victims through various means.
A bail hearing for Combs is scheduled for Friday, where the court will consider his latest $50 million bail proposal.