Federal Prosecutors Want R. Kelly To Spend A Minimum Of 25 Years In Prison

R. Kelly was convicted on racketeering and sex crime charges last year.

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He was imprisoned in a New York prison without bail.

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While his sentencing approaches, federal prosecutors urge the judge for a minimum of 25 years.

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They also want him to be severely punished with the likelihood of life imprisonment.

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The prosecutors believe Kelly will be a risk to the public if he is released.

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The former singer was found guilty of racketeering and eight counts of sex offenses.

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His crimes were documented in a Netflix series titled "Surviving R. Kelly."

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Several people discussed Kelly's crimes following his verdict.

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Chuck D spoke on the conviction, but he was slammed for his remarks.

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