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Media Timeline of Diplo Legal Disputes:

2014–2019

  • Shelly Auguste and Diplo begin interacting online.

  • No criminal complaints or legal filings during this period.


October 2020

    Auguste files a temporary restraining order against Diplo, alleging misconduct.

  • Diplo files a counter-restraining order, citing harassment.


April 2021

Diplo sues Auguste for:

  • Revenge porn

  • Stalking

  • Trespassing


June 2021

  • Auguste countersues Diplo, alleging sexual assault and HPV transmission. Which were not substantiated in court.



October 2021

  • Both parties agree to mutual restraining orders.

  • Court prohibits either from making public accusations.


2022

  • Arbitrator finds Auguste violated their agreement.

  • Diplo awarded $1.2 million in damages for breach of contract.


2023

  • Auguste files police report in Los Angeles. No charges filed.


Mid–2024

  • Jane Doe (another accuser) files suit via Marsh Law Firm, alleging non-consensual distribution of photos.


January 2025

  • All active lawsuits between Diplo and Auguste are settled.

  • No findings of liability or guilt against Diplo.