Judge Orders R. Kelly's Music Royalties to Compensate Victims
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R. Kelly and Universal Music Group have been ordered by a New York judge to pay over $500,000 in music royalties to his sexual abuse victims. The funds, held by Universal, will be used to cover Kelly's debt of $507,234.05 and will be sent to federal prosecutors for restitution and criminal fines. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence after being convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking. Sony Music Entertainment is no longer responsible for payment as Kelly's royalties with Universal will cover the debt.
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