The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence, confirming he exploited his fame for over 25 years to sexually abuse girls and young women. His convictions on racketeering and sex trafficking charges were found to be supported by sufficient evidence, despite his attorney's claims of bias and legal impropriety. The ruling emphasized the role of Kelly's entourage in facilitating his abuse and controlling his victims, as well as the credibility of several accusers' testimonies during the trial. The appeal to the Supreme Court remains pending as Kelly's legal battles continue.
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found that R. Kelly exploited his fame over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
R. Kelly's attorney argued that the ruling gives prosecutors limitless discretion with the racketeering statute, while claiming the evidence against him was inadequate.
The court determined that testimony from several accusers was critical and supported the verdict, demonstrating how Kelly controlled and abused his victims.
The appeals court firmly rejected Kelly's claims about juror bias, trial evidence, and the use of racketeering charges typically seen in organized crime cases.
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