“I think I’m even more disappointed the government brought the case in the first place, given all the inconsistencies,” Cannick said. One of Kelly’s lawyers, Deveraux Cannick, said he was disappointed and hoped to appeal. He faces the possibility of decades in prison for crimes including violating the Mann Act, an anti-sex trafficking law that prohibits taking anyone across state lines “for any immoral purpose.” Sentencing is scheduled for May 4. Two people have been charged with Kelly in a separate federal case pending in Chicago. Prosecutors alleged that the entourage of managers and aides who helped Kelly meet girls - and keep them obedient and quiet - amounted to a criminal enterprise. ![]() Kelly wore a face mask below black-rimmed glasses, remaining motionless with eyes downcast, as the verdict was read in federal court in Brooklyn. ![]() Kelly, the R&B superstar known for his anthem “I Believe I Can Fly,” was convicted Monday in a sex trafficking trial after decades of avoiding criminal responsibility for numerous allegations of misconduct with young women and children.Ī jury of seven men and five women found Kelly, 54, guilty of all nine counts, including racketeering, on their second day of deliberations.
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