Sean Kingston was sentenced to 42 months in prison for his role in a federal wire-fraud scheme with his mother, Janice Turner. They were convicted of defrauding various businesses by obtaining products without payment and creating fake receipts for wire transfers. Kingston's defense claimed his maturity halted at age 17 due to his rise to fame. He expressed remorse before sentencing, which may have influenced his shorter prison term compared to his mother's five-year sentence. The judge criticized Turner's testimony as obstructive, suggesting it indicated she would do anything for her son.
Sean Kingston was sentenced to 42 months in prison for participating in a federal wire-fraud scheme involving multiple businesses, including a jewelry store and car dealership. His mother, Janice Turner, received a five-year sentence for her involvement.
Kingston and his mother defrauded businesses by obtaining products without payment and using fake receipts for fraudulent wire transfers. Items included a bulletproof Escalade and luxury watches.
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