R. Kelly Files Lawsuit Against United States

R. Kelly, the embattled R&B singer currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for child pornography and sex trafficking charges, is suing the United States government to reclaim $28,000 seized from his prison commissary account. This fund was appropriated by the federal government to settle a judgment against him. The lawsuit is part of Kelly’s ongoing legal battles, including appeals against his conviction and attempts to manage financial penalties imposed on him. The first hearing for this suit is scheduled for March 18, represented by Assistant United States Attorney Kayla Bensing. This legal action follows various judgments against Kelly, including a notable case where Heather Williams was granted access to his music royalties for damages, and another lawsuit by Midwest Commercial Funding over unpaid rent. In addition to these financial woes, Kelly has faced accusations of threatening behavior related to the docuseries “Surviving R. Kelly.” He contends he was unaware of certain legal actions against him, citing difficulties in understanding legal documents due to limited literacy skills. This lawsuit underscores the complex web of legal and financial issues surrounding Kelly during his incarceration.

Source: BET