8:23 AM PT — Sean Kingston‘s legal representative, Zeljka Bozanic, informed TMZ that “Mr. Kingston’s bond has been successfully posted, and he is currently in the process of being released.”

Upon his release, Sean Kingston will return to home detention, where he will be under strict GPS monitoring. Additionally, he is mandated to surrender his passport, ensuring that he cannot travel outside the country during this pivotal time.

Sean Kingston found himself incarcerated on Tuesday because he was unable to produce the required $100K cash bond that is related to his ongoing federal wire fraud case. This situation has placed him in a challenging position as he navigates these legal troubles.

Recently, Sean Kingston, along with his mother, Janice Turner, received a guilty verdict on all five charges against them. According to reports from TMZ, he is currently awaiting further legal proceedings while being held at the Federal Detention Center located in Miami.

Following his conviction last month, Sean Kingston was placed under home detention while awaiting sentencing. This was contingent upon his ability to post a $100K cash bond, but due to his financial constraints, he has been taken back into custody, highlighting the serious implications of his legal situation.

As previously reported, both Sean Kingston and his mother have been accused of orchestrating a scheme that defrauded businesses out of more than $1 million. This involved fraudulent activities related to jewelry, luxury automobiles, and various other high-value goods, significantly impacting numerous entities.

According to prosecutors, Sean and Janice managed to acquire over $1 million worth of assets through their fraudulent scheme. They allegedly defrauded a car dealership out of a $160K Cadillac Escalade and obtained jewelry valued at $480K without ever making a legitimate payment, showcasing the extent of their deceitful practices.

In May 2024, federal authorities seized Sean’s Florida mansion as part of their investigation into the fraudulent activities. Following this event, both Sean Kingston and his mother were arrested, marking a significant turning point in their legal struggles.

Each of them now faces the possibility of up to 20 years in prison for every count they were convicted of, which underscores the gravity of their situation and the potential long-term consequences of their actions.

Sean Kingston’s attorney, Robert Rosenblatt, shared with TMZ that Sean is currently struggling to gather the cash bond required for his release. However, they are actively working on the situation, with some unnamed celebrity friends reportedly stepping in to assist him financially during this critical time.