Sean “Diddy” Combs and his legal team are seeking to have him serve his 50-month sentence at FCI Fort Dix, a low security federal prison in New Jersey known for its drug treatment programs. His attorneys argue that placement there would allow him to participate in intensive rehabilitation, maintain proximity to his family, and access educational and occupational programming.
Fort Dix is located on the grounds of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and is home to both low-security and minimum-security inmates. It is one of the larger federal facilities by population, and over the years it has housed several high profile inmates.
A central piece of the request is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) available at Fort Dix. Combs’ legal team contends that enrollment in RDAP could enhance his recovery and even reduce his sentence under the right conditions. They also emphasize that being closer to home can facilitate stronger family support, a key factor in rehabilitation.
Of course, the final decision lies with the Bureau of Prisons, which weighs security classification, eligibility, and space among other factors. But the request highlights how prison placement can be a strategic component in how someone serves their time, especially for high profile cases.