Diddy's trial is one of the hottest topics of the moment, as everyone is watching with great interest the shocking case of one of the most influential people in the music industry. The founder of "Bad Boy Records" was arrested in September of last year, after numerous lawsuits for abuse, rape, blackmail and sex trafficking.
 
The progress of the trial is being shown to the public not through photos (unlike, for example, the Amber Heard - Johnny Depp trial), but through sketches that depict the actions of Diddy and other participants in the trial. But why do we only see sketches and not real footage from the much-discussed trial? 
 
Federal courts ban cameras
 
Diddy's case is being held in federal court, where the use of cameras, video recordings or live broadcasts is prohibited. This is a long-standing regulation in US federal courts, to protect the privacy of the people involved and to ensure a fair trial, as well as to avoid media spectacle inside the courtroom.
 
Using court sketchers
 
Since cameras are not allowed, courtroom sketchers are there to visually document the proceedings. Sketches give the public a glimpse of what happens inside the courtroom, while respecting its strict rules.
 
State VS Federal Court
 
In some state courts in the US, cameras are allowed in special cases, but federal courts are much stricter and almost always prohibit cameras, especially in sensitive cases such as sex trafficking, rape, etc., as well as in trials such as those involving celebrities like Diddy.
 
Some of the sketches that have emerged from federal court

Diddy sees his ex-girlfriend, Cassie, swearing to testify against him.

Cassie taking the oath before testifying against Diddy.

Cassie breaks down in tears as she talks about the trauma caused by Diddy.

Stripper Daniel Phillip, testifying against Diddy.

Diddy's family members present in court.

Diddy greets family members.

And sends a heart to them.

Testimony of Israel Florez, former security guard and witness in Diddy's trial.

The video released by the hotel, where Diddy rapes Cassie.

Diddy before the judge.

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