The hip-hop mogul Sean Combs was convicted today of transporting people for prostitution, but acquitted on more serious sex-trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges. Just before this newsletter was sent out, a judge denied Combs bail and ordered him to remain in detention until sentencing.

The verdict came after a lengthy trial that detailed the famed producer’s prolific drug use and violence against two former girlfriends. Federal prosecutors had accused Combs of coercing women into unwanted sex with male prostitutes, aided by a team of pliant employees. But the jury was unconvinced that the evidence amounted to sex trafficking.

The result was something of a victory for Combs, who dropped to his knees, apparently in prayer, and started a round of applause in court. He faced a possible life sentence had he been convicted of other counts in the case. Now, he could be sentenced to a maximum of 20 years; 10 years for each count. Experts believe the sentence will turn out to be considerably shorter than that. Here’s why.

For more: Here’s a look back at the most important testimony in the eight-week trial, and what might come next for Combs.