Diddy’s appeal date has finally been set, marking a significant moment in the rapper and business tycoon’s ongoing legal battle.

Reports reveal that his appeal hearing is scheduled to begin on April 9, 2026, as Diddy seeks to overturn his prison sentence of three to four years.

Back in October 2025, it was revealed that Diddy was working to expedite the appeals process. Thanks to his efforts, the process has indeed been accelerated, paving the way for his upcoming court appearance. U.S. Circuit Court Judge Beth Robinson approved this fast-track request.

However, details surrounding the timeline and key decisions remain somewhat unclear. While TMZ reported in November 2025 that an unnamed judge granted permission for the expedited process, specifics about the judge’s role during the proceedings remain murky.

TMZ initially suggested oral arguments would begin in April 2026, but it now appears that additional deliberation was needed to finalize the exact date.

In a twist revealed in late October, Diddy’s appellate attorney, Alexandra Shapiro, submitted arguments advocating for an expedited appeal, which seems to have been instrumental in speeding up the process.

Typically, complex cases like this one can take anywhere from 18 months to several years to resolve. However, Diddy and his legal team have managed to shave significant time off that process.

The schedule released in October sheds light on how they’ve approached the case: December 23, 2025, saw the submission of Diddy’s opening brief and appendix, followed by the government’s opposition brief deadline set for February 20, 2026.

Diddy is expected to submit his reply brief by March 13, 2026, with oral arguments taking place shortly thereafter in April.

Despite fast-tracking his appeal, Diddy’s current projected release date remains May 8, 2028. He is serving his sentence at the low-security Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution in New Jersey, a facility he personally requested. In October 2025, Diddy was convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for the purpose of illegal activity.

As his day in court approaches, fans and industry observers will be watching closely to see whether Diddy’s efforts to secure his freedom bear fruit. This legal battle represents a high-stakes moment for the music mogul’s career and legacy.