Criminal Conviction: On September 20, 2018, Suge Knight was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter for the death of Terry Carter, a friend and business associate. The incident happened in Compton, California, during the filming of a promotional video. Knight ran over Carter with his vehicle in what prosecutors described as an intentional act.
Length of Sentence: Knight was sentenced to 28 years in prison by a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge on October 4, 2018. The judge deemed the case as a "strike," under California's three-strikes law, due to Knight's prior convictions for violent offenses. His sentence includes the mandatory 25 years to life for voluntary manslaughter, plus additional time for prior strike convictions.
Appeal Process: Knight filed an appeal challenging his conviction and sentence in January 2019. He argued that the trial judge made several legal errors, including limiting his ability to present his defense and failing to properly instruct the jury.
Current Status: As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Knight's appeal was still pending before the California Court of Appeal. The outcome of his appeal could potentially affect his sentence or result in a new trial.
Additional Developments: In July 2021, Knight was briefly hospitalized due to a blood clot in his lung. He received medical attention and was returned to custody.
Please note that since my information may be outdated, it is recommended to refer to official sources or recent news articles for the latest developments on Suge Knight's case and any updates regarding his appeal or any subsequent changes to his status.