Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, were found guilty of a significant fraud scheme in Fort Lauderdale, involving over $1 million. They faced five wire fraud charges for acquiring high-end goods using fraudulent documents. Each count could lead to 20 years in prison. Turner has been taken into custody post-verdict, while Kingston remains under home detention but was allowed to post bond. Both are planning to appeal their convictions, emphasizing their ongoing legal battles amid the scandal surrounding Kingston's former music fame.
Both Sean Kingston and his mother were convicted after engaging in a scheme to defraud over $1 million, primarily through falsified documents to acquire luxury items.
Prosecutors highlighted that Mr. Kingston, alongside his mother, was charged with five counts of wire fraud, each carrying a potential penalty of 20 years in prison.
Despite his conviction, Mr. Kingston's attorney expressed relief about his bond release conditions. Kingston remains in home detention with an electronic monitor as they prepare to appeal.
Sean Kingston's mother was immediately taken into federal custody post-verdict, indicating the gravity of the charges against both and the seriousness of their criminal activities.
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