Sean "Diddy" Combs has filed an appeal with the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, requesting his immediate release from prison and the overturning of his conviction on two prostitution-related crimes. In a court filing for an expedited appeal, Combs' attorney, Alexandra Shapiro, argued that he was improperly sentenced and that the conduct that resulted in his conviction was not criminal in nature.

According to Shapiro, Combs' 50-month prison sentence was "unlawful, unconstitutional, and a perversion of justice." Shapiro asked the appeals court to order that Combs be resentenced, should the panel choose not to throw out his conviction in its entirety. The request is the latest attempt by Combs' team to reduce his sentence or throw out his conviction. Federal prosecutors in New York had accused Combs of using his money, power, and the threat of violence to coerce women into unwanted sexual encounters.

Combs' lawyers had previously stated that they would appeal his sentence and conviction. The Southern District of New York, which prosecuted Combs, declined to comment on the request to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. Shapiro's appeal filing marks a significant development in the case, as it seeks to challenge the legitimacy of Combs' conviction and sentence.

Combs was convicted in 2001 of bribery, obstruction of justice, and possession of a firearm as a convicted felon. He was sentenced to 50 months in prison, but served only 12 months before being released. The current appeal is focused on the two prostitution-related crimes for which Combs was convicted, and the argument that his sentence was improper.

The case has significant implications for the music industry, where Combs is a prominent figure. His appeal has sparked debate among industry insiders and fans, with some calling for his release and others expressing skepticism about the legitimacy of his claims. Combs' team has argued that the prosecution's case was flawed and that the conviction was based on flawed evidence.

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals is expected to review Combs' appeal in the coming months. If the court grants the appeal, Combs could be released from prison and his conviction could be overturned. However, if the court denies the appeal, Combs will remain in prison and his conviction will stand. The outcome of the appeal will have significant implications for Combs' career and reputation in the music industry.