Welcome to Raw Reflections

This is where the commentary gets sharp, the writing gets bold, and nothing is off-limits. Raw Reflections is more than a blog—it’s an ongoing conversation about law, identity, culture, power, and the personal truths we’re told to keep quiet.

Here, I unpack courtroom drama, critique pop culture, analyze the systems meant to protect us (but often don’t), and write through the chaos of being alive in a world that demands silence from the loudest hearts. From legal education to emotional storytelling, every post is crafted with clarity, depth, and purpose.

If you’re here for truth, for context, for the unfiltered version of what really matters—then you’re in the right place.

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Everything the Jury Has Heard: A Full Recap of the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial So Far

After six intense weeks of testimony, both the prosecution and defense have rested their cases in the federal criminal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs. From shocking witness accounts to graphic video evidence and financial records, here’s a complete recap of everything the jury has seen and heard—day by day—before closing arguments begin.

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Day 28: Cross-Examination of Final Witness Ends With Shocking Video—Prosecution Rests

After nearly a month of graphic testimony and damning evidence, the prosecution has officially rested its case against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Day 28 brought a tense cross-examination, suspicious text messages, flight records, and a final, explicit video shown in court. Here’s what went down before the baton passed to the defense.

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Day 27: Sex Tapes, Texts, and Tactical Defense—Inside the Most Explicit Day Yet in the Diddy Trial

Day 27 of the Diddy trial brought a disturbing shift in strategy as the defense played graphic videos and highlighted sexually explicit messages from accuser “Jane” in an attempt to reframe her testimony. But with overwhelming evidence of coercion, abuse, and manipulation, many believe the jury has already seen more than enough.

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Chain of Custody: Why Evidence Mishandling Can Tank a Case

What happens when the evidence in a case is real—but the process behind it isn’t? In criminal law, the chain of custody ensures that every piece of evidence stays secure, documented, and untouched. But when that chain is broken, the truth itself can be thrown out of court. This blog breaks down why evidence mishandling isn’t just a technicality—it’s a threat to justice.

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What Happens After a Verdict?

A guilty or not guilty verdict is a major moment—but it’s not the end of the legal story. This blog explains what happens after the verdict is read, from sentencing to appeals, and why the process still matters.

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