Singer Sean Kingston asks judge for sentence of home confinement in fraud case

Sean Kingston is asking a federal judge to let him serve his prison sentence at home, citing his community work and clean record. Kingston and his lawyer filed documents Tuesday requesting a sentence of 2 to 2.5 years at his sentencing hearing on August 15, far below the 5 to 6 years recommended by federal guidelines. The filing highlights Kingstons charitable efforts, including organizing toy drives, feeding the homeless, and collecting clothing for those in need. He did not just donate money, he rolled up his sleeves and served countless dinners to those in need, his attorney said. The documents also include photos of Kingston engaged in this community service. Kingston has been on house arrest since April while out on bond and has been working on music in his home studio. His lawyer argues that allowing him to serve his sentence at home would benefit the victims, some of whom have already received restitution. Several character letters support Kingstons request, including testimonials from his sister Kanema Morris, a local grocery store clerk, a delivery driver, and songwriter Constantin Chavez, who has worked with Kingston. Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, were convicted of wire fraud in March. Turner has already been sentenced to five years in federal prison, while Kingston hopes the judge will grant him a lighter sentence and home confinement.The post Singer Sean Kingston asks judge for sentence of home confinement in fraud case appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.