In a decisive ruling that stands as a pivotal moment for survivors seeking restitution, Brooklyn U.S. District Judge Ann Donnelly has ordered that the remaining royalties from R&B singer R. Kelly's music catalog be used to cover the $506,950.26 he owes in fines and restitution to his sexual assault victims. According to Vibe, the royalties, currently held by Universal Music Group, are valued at $567,444.19.
