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Judge Denies R. Kelly's Home Confinement Plea Amid Safety Fears

6/20/2025

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R. Kelly's plea for home confinement was rejected by a judge, who stated he lacked jurisdiction. Currently serving a 30-year sentence for child exploitation, Kelly fears for his life, alleging prison officials encouraged an inmate to kill him. His attorney aims to overturn his convictions, citing new evidence and serious health threats he faces behind bars.

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R. Kelly's plea for home confinement was rejected by a judge, who stated he lacked jurisdiction. Currently serving a 30-year sentence for child exploitation, Kelly fears for his life, alleging prison officials encouraged an inmate to kill him. His attorney aims to overturn his convictions, citing new evidence and serious health threats he faces behind bars.