💨 Abstract

A judge has denied R. Kelly's request to be freed from prison, stating that the court lacks jurisdiction to consider his claims of a plot to murder him. Kelly, 58, is serving sentences for child sex crimes and racketeering. District Judge Martha M. Pacold rejected Kelly's allegations, noting that he offered no evidence and that the court lacks authority in such matters. Kelly's legal attempts, including appeals to the U.S.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff