USA v. Chalker et al

3:20-cr-00713 | California Southern District Court

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Division San Diego
Judge Judge Janis L. Sammartino
Filed Feb. 25, 2020
Terminated June 30, 2023
Case Flags CLOSED, PROBATION TRANSFER, PROTO, and SEALDC
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Filing Date # Docket Text
3/19/2025Notice to Receiving District of Criminal Case Transfer
3/19/2025Transfer Out/Probationer
7/30/2024Order to Close Interest Bearing Account and Disburse Funds as to Harlan Higa. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 7/29/24. (Attachments: # 1 unredacted order) (aas) (Entered: 07/30/2024)
4/26/2024Judgment Returned Executed as to Justin Sloane Chalker on 4/25/24, re 303 Amended Judgment. (aas) (Entered: 04/26/2024)
4/19/2024Order Granting 302 Joint MOTION to Reduce Sentence Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 3582(c) and GO 755 (USSC Amendment 821) by Justin Sloane Chalker. As of 5/19/24, Custody of BOP is reduced to 33 months. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/19/24. (aas) (jms). (Entered: 04/19/2024)
4/18/2024Joint MOTION to Reduce Sentence Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 3582(c) and GO 755 (USSC Amendment 821) by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Fraser, Ryan) (aas). (Entered: 04/18/2024)
10/19/2023301NOTICE to Receiving District (District of Hawaii) of Criminal Case Transfer, as to Brandon White. The following documents are available on the public docket: 300 Transfer Out/Probationer, 196 Information - Felony, 260 Judgment, 269 Judgment Returned Executed, 36 Information - Felony. Additional documents will be sent via Email. To request additional transfer information and/or to submit acknowledgment re receipt of transfer, please email InterdistrictTransfer_CASD@casd.uscourts.gov. (no document attached) (aas) (Entered: 10/19/2023)
10/19/2023Probation Jurisdiction Transferred to District of Hawaii as to Brandon White. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/17/23.(aas) (Entered: 10/19/2023)
10/18/2023USPO Request for Modifying the Conditions or Term of Supervision and Order thereon in case as to Brandon White. Upon approval, jurisdiction to be transferred to DISTRICT OF HAWAII. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/17/2023. (Fuentes, F.) (Entered: 10/18/2023)
9/14/2023298ORDER finding as moot 283 Motion to transfer supervision as to Brandon White (3). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 09/14/2023.(no document attached) (mh) (Entered: 09/14/2023)
7/3/2023Judgment Returned Executed as to Harlan Higa on 6/30/23, re 296 Judgment. (aas) (Entered: 07/05/2023)
6/30/2023JUDGMENT as to Harlan Higa (2), Count(s) 1, Dismissed on Govt's oral motion; Count(s) 1s, Custody of the BOP for TIME SERVED, 1 year supervised release, $100 assessment payable forthwith and no fine. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino (aas) (Entered: 06/30/2023)
6/23/2023295Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Sentence With PSR Hearing held on 6/23/2023 for Harlan Higa (2), Count(s) 1 of the Superseding Information. Custody of the BOP for TIME SERVED, 1 year supervised release, $100 assessment payable forthwith and no fine. Count(s) 1 is dismissed on Govt's oral motion. Bond exonerated (Counsel must prepare an order to disburse funds or release collateral in accordance to General Order 635). (Court Reporter/ECR Stephanie Whitehead). (Plaintiff Attorney AUSA Orlando Gutierrez). (Defendant Attorney Elliot Kanter). (USPO: Joe Queen). (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 06/23/2023)
6/20/2023SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by Harlan Higa (Kanter, Elliott) (aas). (Entered: 06/20/2023)
6/20/2023SENTENCING MEMORANDUM by Harlan Higa (Kanter, Elliott) (aas). (Entered: 06/20/2023)
6/16/2023SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by USA as to Harlan Higa (Gutierrez, Orlando) (Entered: 06/16/2023)
5/17/2023 PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Harlan Higa. Report prepared by: Michael Kent. (Document applicable to USA, Harlan Higa.) (Iribe, K.) (Entered: 05/17/2023)
3/30/2023PLEA AGREEMENT as to Harlan Higa (2). (aef) (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/30/2023289Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Motion In Limine Hearing as to Harlan Higa not held on 3/30/2023. Change of Plea Hearing as to Harlan Higa held on 3/30/2023. Plea entered by Harlan Higa (2) Guilty Count 1s of the Superseding Information. Plea Agreement filed. PSR Ordered. All pending motions withdrawn; Pending hearing dates and Jury Trial are vacated. Sentence With PSR set for 6/23/2023 09:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (Court Reporter/ECR Vanessa Evans). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Bernard Gutierrez, AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Elliot N Kanter, RET). (no document attached) (aef) (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/30/2023SUPERSEDING INFORMATION as to Harlan Higa (2) count(s) 1s. (aef) (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/24/2023RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Harlan Higa re 190 MOTION to Exclude Evidence (Gutierrez, Orlando) (aas). (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/10/2023Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on March 30, 2023. (Kanter, Elliott) (aas). (Entered: 03/10/2023)
3/8/2023ORDER Granting 284 Defendant's Motion to Continue Motion in Limine Hearing as to Harlan Higa (2) Motion In Limine Hearing set for 3/30/2023 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 3/8/23.(aas) (jms). (Entered: 03/08/2023)
3/7/2023 MOTION to Continue Motion Hearing by Harlan Higa. (Kanter, Elliott) (aas). (Entered: 03/07/2023)
2/27/2023 MOTION to Transfer Supervision by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Envelope)(ave) (Entered: 02/28/2023)
2/23/2023ORDER Granting 281 Motion to Continue In Limine Motion Hearing and Jury Trial as to Harlan Higa (2). Jury Trial set for 4/3/2023 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Motion In Limine Hearing set for 3/24/2023 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/23/2023.(ave) (Entered: 02/23/2023)
2/23/2023Joint MOTION to Continue In Limine Motion Hearing and Jury Trial by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Weber, Mikaela)(ave). (Entered: 02/23/2023)
2/22/2023ORDER Granting 279 Joint Motion to Continue Motion in Limine Hearing as to Harlan Higa (2). Motion In Limine Hearing set for 3/3/2023 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/22/2023.(ave) (Entered: 02/22/2023)
2/21/2023 MOTION to Continue Motion Hearing by Harlan Higa. (Kanter, Elliott)(ave). (Entered: 02/21/2023)
2/21/2023278NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING DATE as to Defendant Harlan Higa. On the Court's own motion, the Motion In Limine Hearing set for 2/24/2023 is advanced to 2/23/2023 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 02/21/2023)
2/16/2023JUDGMENT as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4), Count(s) 1, 2, Government's oral motion to dismiss underlying Information is granted; Count(s) 1s, 2s, Custody of the BOP for 60 months as to each count 1 and 2 to run concurrent for a total of 60 months. Supervised Release for 4 years as to each count 1 and 2 to run concurrent for a total of 4 years. $100 as to each count 1 and 2 for a total of $200 imposed and no fine. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino (ave) (Entered: 02/17/2023)
2/10/2023276Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Sentence With PSR Hearing held on 2/10/2023 for Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). Count(s) 1s, 2s, Custody of the BOP for 60 months as to each count 1 and 2 to run concurrent for a total of 60 months. Supervised Release for 4 years as to each count 1 and 2 to run concurrent for a total of 4 years. $100 as to each count 1 and 2 for a total of $200 imposed and no fine. Count(s) 1, 2, Government's oral motion to dismiss underlying Information is granted. (Court Reporter/ECR Stephanie Whitehead). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Bernard Gutierrez, AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Marc Xavier Carlos, RET). (USPO Jenny Tyson). (no document attached) (aef) (Entered: 02/10/2023)
2/6/2023SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by USA as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (Gutierrez, Orlando) (ave). (Entered: 02/06/2023)
2/3/2023SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (Carlos, Marc) (ave). (Entered: 02/03/2023)
2/3/2023SENTENCING MEMORANDUM by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A-D)(Carlos, Marc)(ave). (Entered: 02/03/2023)
1/23/2023Order for Bond Exoneration as to Brandon White. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 1/23/2023. (mtb) (Entered: 01/23/2023)
1/20/2023271Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Status Hearing re self-surrender and bond exoneration as to Brandon White held on 1/20/2023. Defendant incarcerated at FPC Yankton. Bond exonerated (Counsel must prepare an order to disburse funds or release collateral in accordance to General Order 635). (Court Reporter/ECR Amanda LeGore). (Plaintiff Attorney s/a AUSA Shane Harrigan). (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 01/20/2023)
1/19/2023ORDER Granting 268 Motion to Continue in Limine Motion Hearing and Jury Trial as to Harlan Higa (2). Jury Trial set for 3/6/2023 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Motion In Limine Hearing set for 2/24/2023 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 1/19/2023.(ave) (Entered: 01/19/2023)
1/18/2023Judgment Returned Executed as to Brandon White on 1/13/2023, re 260 Judgment. (ave) (Entered: 01/18/2023)
1/18/2023Joint MOTION to Continue by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (ave). (Entered: 01/18/2023)
1/18/2023Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on February 24, 2023. (Kanter, Elliott)(ave). (Entered: 01/18/2023)
12/23/2022AMENDED Order for Bond Exoneration as to Justin Sloane Chalker. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 12/23/2022. (mtb) (Entered: 12/23/2022)
11/14/2022ORDER Continuing Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto, Sentence With PSR set for 2/10/2023 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 11/14/2022. (alns) (Entered: 11/14/2022)
10/28/2022ORDER Granting 263 Joint Motion to Advance Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 12/2/2022 is advanced to 11/16/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/28/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 10/28/2022)
10/27/2022Joint MOTION to Continue to Advance Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 10/27/2022)
10/12/2022ORDER Granting 261 Joint Motion to Continue In Limine Motion Hearing and Jury Trial as to Harlan Higa (2). The Motion In Limine Hearing set for 10/21/2022 is continued to 1/20/2023 at 2:00 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. The Jury Trial set for 10/24/2022 is continued to 1/23/2023 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time is excluded under the Speedy Trial Act. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/12/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 10/13/2022)
10/12/2022Joint MOTION to Continue In Limine Motions and Jury Trial by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 10/12/2022)
9/14/2022JUDGMENT as to Brandon White (3), Count(s) 1, Dismissed on Govt's oral motion; Count(s) 1s, Custody of the BOP for 9 months, 4 years supervised release, $100 assessment imposed and no fine. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (tcf) (Entered: 09/14/2022)
9/14/2022ORDER granting 257 Motion for Bond Exoneration as to Justin Sloane Chalker as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 9/14/2022.(mtb) (Entered: 09/14/2022)
9/14/2022ORDER Granting 256 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 9/23/2022 is continued to 12/2/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 9/14/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 09/14/2022)
9/13/2022Joint MOTION for Bond Collateral Release by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 09/13/2022)
9/13/2022Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 09/13/2022)
9/9/2022255Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Sentence With PSR Hearing held on 9/9/2022 for Brandon White (3), Count(s) 1s of the Superseding Information. Custody of the BOP for 9 months, 4 years supervised release, $100 assessment imposed and no fine. Count(s) 1, Dismissed on Govt's oral motion. Self-surrender by 1/13/2023 before noon. A Status Hearing re self-surrender and bond exoneration is set for 1/20/2023 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus). (Plaintiff Attorney s/a AUSA Andrew Chiang). (Defendant Attorney CJA Daniel Cohen). (PO: Jenny Tyson). (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 09/12/2022)
9/9/2022254Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Status Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker held on 9/9/2022. Defendant incarcerated at FCI Sheridan. Bond exonerated (Counsel must prepare an order to disburse funds or release collateral in accordance to General Order 635) (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus). (Plaintiff Attorney s/a AUSA Andrew Chiang). (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 09/12/2022)
9/6/2022Judgment Returned Executed as to Justin Sloane Chalker on 9/2/2022, re 236 Judgment,. (sjt) (Entered: 09/06/2022)
9/2/2022SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by Brandon White (Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 09/02/2022)
9/2/2022SENTENCING MEMORANDUM by Brandon White (Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 09/02/2022)
9/1/2022ORDER Granting 248 Motion to Shorten Time as to Brandon White (3). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 9/1/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 09/01/2022)
8/31/2022 MOTION for Downward Departure by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Memo of Points and Authorities)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 08/31/2022)
8/31/2022 MOTION to Shorten Time to File Departure Motions by Brandon White. (Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 08/31/2022)
8/31/2022SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by USA as to Brandon White (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 08/31/2022)
8/30/2022ORDER Granting 245 Motion to Preserve Evidence as to Harlan Higa (2). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 8/30/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 08/30/2022)
8/30/2022Joint MOTION to Preserve Evidence by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 08/30/2022)
8/26/2022OBJECTION TO PRESENTENCE INVESTIGATION REPORT by Brandon White (Fuqua, Alexander) (alns). (Entered: 08/26/2022)
8/16/2022243NOTICE OF HEARING TIME CHANGE as to Defendant Brandon White. On the Court's own motion, the Sentence With PSR set for 9/9/2022 at 9:00 AM is reset to 10:30 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to inform defendant of time change. (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 08/16/2022)
6/24/2022242Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Status Hearing re dates for Motions in Limine and Jury Trial as to Harlan Higa held on 6/24/2022. Motion In Limine Hearing set for 10/21/2022 at 2:00 PM and Jury Trial set for 10/24/2022 at 9:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time Excluded on joint oral request from 06/24/2022-10/21/2022 (Court Reporter/ECR Gayle Wakefield). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando B. Gutierrez (AUSA)). (Defendant Attorney Elliot N. Kanter (RET)). (no document attached) (ag) (Entered: 06/27/2022)
6/17/2022ORDER Granting 240 Joint Motion to Continue as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 7/1/2022 is continued to 9/23/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 6/17/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 06/17/2022)
6/17/2022Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 06/17/2022)
6/14/2022NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT (Sentencing Proceedings) as to Justin Sloane Chalker held on 6/3/2022 before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Frank J. Rangus. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER or the Court Reporter/Transcriber. If redaction is necessary, parties have seven calendar days from the file date of the Transcript to E-File the Notice of Intent to Request Redaction. The following deadlines would also apply if requesting redaction: Redaction Request Statement due to Court Reporter/Transcriber 7/5/2022. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/15/2022. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/12/2022. (akr) (Entered: 06/14/2022)
6/13/2022ORDER Granting 237 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Brandon White (3). The Sentence With PSR set for 6/17/2022 is continued to 9/9/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 6/13/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 06/14/2022)
6/9/2022Joint MOTION to Continue and Stipulation by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Signed Acknowledgment of NCD)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 06/09/2022)
6/8/2022JUDGMENT as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1), Count(s) 1, Dismissed on Govt's oral motion; Count(s) 1s, Custody of the BOP for 36 months, 4 years supervised release, $100 assessment imposed and no fine. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (tcf) (Entered: 06/09/2022)
6/7/2022 Corrected PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Justin Sloane Chalker. Report prepared by: Bianca Lisek. (Document applicable to USA, Justin Sloane Chalker.) (Non-registered users served via U.S. Mail Service: Ryan V. Fraser, Federal Defenders)(Briceno, C.) (tcf). (Entered: 06/07/2022)
6/3/2022234Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Sentence With PSR Hearing held on 6/3/2022 for Justin Sloane Chalker (1) on Count(s) 1 of the Superseding Information. Custody of the BOP for 36 months, 4 years supervised release, $100 assessment imposed and no fine. Defendant to self-surrender by 9/2/2022 before 12:00 PM. Status Hearing re self-surrender set for 9/9/2022 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus / CRD A Garcia / PO Melanie Molina / AUSA Orlando Gutierrez / RETD Ryan Fraser & Whitney Bernstein) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 06/03/2022)
5/31/2022SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by USA as to Justin Sloane Chalker (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 05/31/2022)
5/27/2022SENTENCING SUMMARY CHART by Justin Sloane Chalker (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 05/27/2022)
5/17/2022ORDER Granting 221 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 5/20/2022 is continued to 7/1/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 5/17/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 05/17/2022)
5/16/2022Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 05/16/2022)
4/28/2022Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on June 24, 2022. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 04/28/2022)
4/27/2022ORDER Granting 218 Joint Motion to Continue Status Hearing as to Harlan Higa (2). The Status Hearing set for 4/29/2022 is continued to 6/24/2022 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defendant shall file an acknowledgement of the new hearing date by 5/6/2022. The delay occasioned by this continuance is excludable pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/27/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 04/27/2022)
4/27/2022Joint MOTION to Continue Status Hearing by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 04/27/2022)
3/28/2022ORDER Granting 216 Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Brandon White (3). The Sentence With PSR is set for 4/15/2022 is continued to 6/17/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 3/28/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 03/28/2022)
3/27/2022Joint MOTION to Continue and Stipulation by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Acknowledgment of Next Court Date)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 03/27/2022)
3/18/2022ORDER Granting 214 Joint Motion to Continue Status Hearing as to Harlan Higa (2). The Status Hearing set for 3/25/2022 is continued to 4/29/2022 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. The delay occasioned by this continuance is excludable pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 3/18/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 03/18/2022)
3/17/2022Joint MOTION to Continue by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 03/17/2022)
3/17/2022213NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Harlan Higa: Status Hearing reset from 3/18/2022 to 3/25/2022 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 03/17/2022)
3/11/2022ADDENDUM TO PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Justin Sloane Chalker. Report prepared by: Bianca Lisek. (Document applicable to USA, Justin Sloane Chalker.) (Attachments: # 1 SSC)(Non-registered users served via U.S. Mail Service: Federal Defender Ryan V. Fraser)(Briceno, C.) (tcf). (Entered: 03/11/2022)
3/9/2022 PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Brandon White. Report prepared by: Kimberlee A. Hatter. (Document applicable to USA, Brandon White.) (Ruiz, A.) (tcf). (Entered: 03/09/2022)
3/8/2022Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on June 3rd, 2022. (Bernstein, Whitney) (tcf). (Entered: 03/08/2022)
3/8/2022NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Ryan Vaughan Fraser appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Fraser, Ryan)Attorney Ryan Vaughan Fraser added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (tcf). (Entered: 03/08/2022)
3/7/2022Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on June 3, 2022. (Bernstein, Whitney) (tcf). (Entered: 03/07/2022)
3/4/2022ORDER Granting 206 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing of as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). Sentence With PSR set for 4/8/2022 is continued to 6/3/2022 at 10:30 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 3/4/2022.(ag) (Entered: 03/04/2022)
3/3/2022 MOTION to Continue Sentencing by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Bernstein, Whitney) (tcf). (Entered: 03/03/2022)
2/25/2022ORDER Granting 204 Defendant's Motion to Modify Bond Conditions as to Harlan Higa (2). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/25/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 02/25/2022)
2/25/2022Joint MOTION for Bond Modification by Harlan Higa. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 02/25/2022)
2/22/2022NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Mikaela Lauren Weber appearing for USA. (Weber, Mikaela)Attorney Mikaela Lauren Weber added to party USA(pty:pla) (jcj). (Entered: 02/22/2022)
2/22/2022ORDER Granting 201 Joint Motion to Continue In Limine Motion Hearing and Jury Trial as to Harlan Higa (2). The In Limine Motions Hearing set for 3/4/2022 and the Jury Trial set for 3/22/2022 are vacated. A Status Hearing Regarding Deposition is set for 3/18/2022 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time is excluded. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/22/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 02/22/2022)
2/18/2022Joint MOTION to Continue by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 02/18/2022)
2/16/2022Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on March 18, 2022. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 02/16/2022)
2/10/2022ORDER ACCEPTING GUILTY PLEA as to count(s) 1 of the Superseding Information, as to Brandon White, adopting 198 Findings and Recommendation. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/10/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 02/10/2022)
1/24/2022FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION of the Magistrate Judge upon a Tendered Plea of Guilty as to Brandon White: Recommending that the district judge accept the defendant's plea of guilty. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 1/24/2022. (mtb) (Main Document 198 replaced on 2/3/2022) (mtb). (Entered: 01/24/2022)
1/18/2022197Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo: Arraignment on Superseding Information as to Brandon White (3) Count 1s held on 1/18/2022. Not Guilty plea entered., Change of Plea Hearing as to Brandon White held on 1/18/2022. Plea Tendered by Brandon White Guilty on counts Count 1 Superseding Information. Excludable(s) started as to Brandon White: XK 1/18/2022 - 4/15/2022. PSR Ordered. All pending motions withdrawn; Pending hearing dates vacated. Any objections to Findings due within 14 days. Sentence With PSR set for 4/15/2022 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (CD# 1/18/2022 WVG21 1:59 - 2:11). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Gutierrez-AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Alexander Fuqua-RET). (mtb) (Entered: 01/19/2022)
1/18/2022SUPERSEDING INFORMATION as to Brandon White (3) count(s) 1s. (mtb) (Entered: 01/19/2022)
1/18/2022PLEA AGREEMENT as to Brandon White. (tcf) (Entered: 01/19/2022)
1/18/2022CONSENT TO RULE 11 PLEA before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo by Brandon White. (tcf) (Entered: 01/19/2022)
1/12/2022ORDER Granting 191 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 2/25/2022 is continued to 5/20/2022 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 1/12/2022. (tcf) (Entered: 01/13/2022)
1/12/2022192NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Brandon White. Change of Plea Hearing reset for 1/18/2022 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (mtb) (Entered: 01/12/2022)
1/12/2022Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 01/12/2022)
1/6/2022 MOTION to Exclude Evidence by Harlan Higa. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 01/06/2022)
12/22/2021189NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Brandon White. Change of Plea Hearing set for 1/18/2022 02:30 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (mtb) (Entered: 12/22/2021)
12/21/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on April 8, 2022. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 12/21/2021)
12/17/2021187Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Court refers Brandon White's change of plea to the magistrate judge. Status Hearing/Motions In Limine Hearing reset on defense counsel Elliot N. Kanter's oral request from 12/17/2021 to 3/4/2022 2:00 PM and Jury Trial (4 days) reset from 1/18/2022 to 3/22/2022 9:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time excluded on joint oral request from 12/17/2021 to 3/4/2022 (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus / CRD A Ramos / AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez / RETD Elliott N. Kanter & Alexander Fuqua) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 12/17/2021)
12/16/2021ORDER Granting 185 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). The Sentence With PSR set for 1/7/2022 is continued to 4/8/2022 at 10:30 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defendant shall file an acknowledgment of the new hearing date within one week of this Order. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 12/16/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 12/16/2021)
12/15/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing of Justin Sloane Chalker by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 12/15/2021)
12/15/2021NOTICE TO WITHDRAW DOCUMENT by USA re 181 Notice of Lodgment of Information (Gutierrez, Orlando) (dxf). (Entered: 12/15/2021)
12/14/2021NOTICE of Lodgment of Plea Agreement by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (dxf). (Entered: 12/14/2021)
12/14/2021NOTICE of Lodgment of Information by USA Superseding (Gutierrez, Orlando) (dxf). (Entered: 12/14/2021)
12/14/2021***Withdrawn Per 184 *** NOTICE of Lodgment of Information by USA Superseding (Gutierrez, Orlando) (dxf). (Entered: 12/14/2021)
11/29/2021ORDER Granting 179 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Sentence With PSR set for 12/3/2021 is continued to 2/25/2022 at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 11/29/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 11/29/2021)
11/24/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 11/24/2021)
10/18/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on January 7, 2022. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 10/18/2021)
10/15/2021ORDER Granting 175 Motion for Amended Order of Criminal Forfeiture as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/15/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 10/15/2021)
10/12/2021ORDER Granting 173 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). The Sentence With PSR set for 10/29/2021 is continued to 1/7/2022 at 10:30 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defendant shall file an acknowledgement of the new hearing date within one week of this Order. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 10/12/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 10/12/2021)
10/12/2021 MOTION for Amended Order of Forfeiture of Property by USA as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration)(Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 10/12/2021)
10/8/2021In Limine MOTION to Preclude Evidence of Punishment, In Limine MOTION to Preclude Hearsay , In Limine MOTION to Admit Expert Testimony , In Limine MOTION to Admit Evidence Bulk Controlled Substance by USA as to Harlan Higa. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 10/08/2021)
10/8/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing of Justin Chalker by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 10/08/2021)
9/23/2021 PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Justin Sloane Chalker. Report prepared by: Bianca Lisek. (Document applicable to USA, Justin Sloane Chalker.) (Briceno, C.) (tcf). (Entered: 09/23/2021)
9/17/2021171Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Harlan Higa (in-court) and Brandon White (telephonic) held on 9/17/2021; Motion In Limine Hearing set for 12/17/2021 02:00 PM and Jury Trial set for 1/18/2022 09:00 AM for both Harlan Higa and Brandon White. Time excluded on joint oral request from 9/17/2021 to 12/17/2021 (Court Reporter/ECR Gayle Wakefield / CRD A Ramos / AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez / RETD Elliot N. Kanter and RETD Alexander Fuqua) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 09/21/2021)
9/1/2021ORDER ACCEPTING GUILTY PLEA as to count(s) 1 of the Superseding Information, as to Justin Sloane Chalker, adopting 168 Findings and Recommendation. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 9/1/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 09/01/2021)
8/23/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on September 17, 2021 at 1:30 pm. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 08/23/2021)
8/19/2021FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION of the Magistrate Judge upon a Tendered Plea of Guilty as to Justin Sloane Chalker: Recommending that the district judge accept the defendant's plea of guilty. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 8/19/2021. (mtb) (Entered: 08/19/2021)
8/18/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on September 17, 2021. (Kanter, Elliott) (ag). (Entered: 08/18/2021)
8/13/2021ORDER denying 126 Motion for Reconsideration re 126 MOTION for Reconsideration Of Detention Order (Renewed) as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 8/13/2021.(mtb) (Entered: 08/13/2021)
8/12/2021ORDER Granting 164 Joint Motion to Continue Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Harlan Higa (2), Brandon White (3). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting set for 8/13/2021 is continued to 9/17/2021 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. The delay occasioned by this continuance is excludable pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 8/12/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 08/12/2021)
8/12/2021Joint MOTION to Continue by USA as to Harlan Higa, Brandon White. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 08/12/2021)
8/10/2021RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto re 126 MOTION for Reconsideration Of Detention Order (Renewed) (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 08/10/2021)
8/9/2021SUPERSEDING INFORMATION as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) count(s) 1s. (tcf) (Entered: 08/09/2021)
8/6/2021PLEA AGREEMENT as to Justin Sloane Chalker. (tcf) (Entered: 08/10/2021)
8/6/2021CONSENT TO RULE 11 PLEA before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo by Justin Sloane Chalker. (tcf) (Entered: 08/10/2021)
8/6/2021160Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo: Arraignment on Superseding Information as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) Count 1s held on 8/6/2021. Not Guilty plea entered., Change of Plea Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker held on 8/6/2021. Plea Tendered by Justin Sloane Chalker Guilty on counts 1 of Superseding Information. PSR Ordered. All pending motions withdrawn; Pending hearing dates vacated. Any objections to Findings due within 14 days( Sentence With PSR set for 10/29/2021 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino.) (CD# 8/6/2021 WVG 21 2:03-2:40). (Plaintiff Attorney Amy Brammell AUSA-S/A). (Defendant Attorney Ryan Flasher S/A). (acc) (Entered: 08/09/2021)
8/4/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on Friday, August 13, 2021. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 08/04/2021)
8/3/2021157ORDER Setting Briefing Schedule as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto,re 126 MOTION for Reconsideration Of Detention Order (Renewed). Government must file a Response by 5:00 PM 8/10/2021 (5 page max, not including exhibits). ORDERED by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 8/3/2021. (no document attached) (mtb) (Entered: 08/03/2021)
7/30/2021ORDER granting 155 Motion to Modify Conditions of Release as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 7/30/2021.(mtb) (Entered: 07/30/2021)
7/30/2021Amended MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release (Unopposed - Ruling Requested Without Hearing) by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Sureties' Consent and Amended Pretrial Release Order Re Justin Sloane Chalker)(Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 07/30/2021)
7/30/2021ORDER denying 153 Motion to Modify Conditions of Release as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 7/30/2021.(mtb) (Entered: 07/30/2021)
7/29/2021 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release (Unopposed - Ruling Requested Without Hearing) by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 07/29/2021)
7/27/2021PRELIMINARY ORDER OF CRIMINAL FORFEITURE as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 7/27/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 07/27/2021)
7/26/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on August 13, 2021. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 07/26/2021)
7/23/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on August 13, 2021. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 07/23/2021)
7/22/2021ORDER ACCEPTING GUILTY PLEA as to count(s) 1 and 2 of the Superseding Information, as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto, adopting 119 Findings and Recommendation. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 7/22/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 07/22/2021)
7/22/2021ORDER Granting 147 Joint Motion to Continue Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1), Harlan Higa (2), Brandon White (3). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting set for 7/23/2021 is continued to 8/13/2021 at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defendants shall file an acknowledgement of the new hearing date by 8/6/2021. The delay occasioned by this continuance is excludable pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 7/22/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 07/22/2021)
7/21/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Hearing/Trial Setting by USA as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 07/21/2021)
7/21/2021ORDER Granting 144 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The sentencing hearing set for 7/30/2021 is continued to 12/3/2021 at 10:30 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 7/21/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 07/21/2021)
7/21/2021145NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Justin Sloane Chalker. Per defense counsel request, Arraignment on Superseding Information and Change of Plea Hearing set for 8/6/2021 at 2:00 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (mxn) (Entered: 07/21/2021)
7/20/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 07/20/2021)
6/11/2021143Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa and Brandon White appeared telephonically on 6/11/2021; Motion Hearing/Trial Setting continued on joint oral request for 7/23/2021 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time excluded on joint oral request from 6/11/2021 to 7/23/2021 (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus / CRD A Ramos / AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez / RETD Ryan Fraser / RETD Elliott N. Kanter / RETD Alexander Fuqua) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 06/15/2021)
6/11/2021NOTICE of Lodgment of Plea Agreement by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 06/11/2021)
6/11/2021NOTICE of Lodgment of Information by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 06/11/2021)
6/11/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 06/11/2021)
6/10/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 06/10/2021)
6/10/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 06/10/2021)
6/10/2021NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Nancy J. Sandoval appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Sandoval, Nancy)Attorney Nancy J. Sandoval added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (tcf). (Entered: 06/10/2021)
6/9/2021NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Anthony R. Bisconti appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Bisconti, Anthony)Attorney Anthony R. Bisconti added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (tcf). (Entered: 06/09/2021)
5/19/2021ORDER Granting 134 Joint Motion to Continue Sentencing Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The sentencing hearing scheduled for 5/28/2021 is continued to 7/30/2021 at 10:30 AM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 5/19/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 05/19/2021)
5/18/2021Joint MOTION to Continue Sentencing Hearing by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 05/18/2021)
5/7/2021133Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White not held on 5/7/2021. Joint request to continue - granted. Motion Hearing/Trial Setting continued to 6/11/2021 11:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Pending motions continued to 6/11/221. Time between 5/7/2021-6/11/2021 is excluded under the speedy trial act.(Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Gutierrez, AUSA). (Defendant Attorney (1) Ryan Frazier, RET; (2) Elliott Kanter, RET;(3) Alexander Fuqua, RET). (no document attached) (gac) (Entered: 05/07/2021)
5/6/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 05/06/2021)
5/6/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 05/06/2021)
5/6/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 05/06/2021)
5/4/2021129NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING TIME as to Defendants Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White: On Court's own motion, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 2:00 PM to 11:15 AM PST on Friday, 5/7/2021, before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to inform clients of the hearing time change (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 05/04/2021)
4/13/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on May 7, 2021. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 04/13/2021)
4/8/2021 PRE-SENTENCE REPORT as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Report prepared by: Jill Johnson-Pogue. (Document applicable to USA, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto.) (Luna, G.) (tcf). (Entered: 04/08/2021)
4/2/2021 MOTION for Reconsideration Of Detention Order (Renewed) by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 04/02/2021)
4/1/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on May 7, 2021. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 04/01/2021)
3/27/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on 05/07/2021 at 2:00 p.m. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 03/27/2021)
3/24/2021123NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendants Chalker (1), Higa (2) and White (3) : On joint request of the parties, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 3/26/2021 to 5/7/2021 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to efile Mr. Chalker, Mr. Higa and Mr. White's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by 4/16/2021. Time excluded pursuant to CJO 63 from 3/26/2021 to 5/7/2021 (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 03/24/2021)
3/24/2021NOTICE OF JUSTIN SLOANE CHALKERS WAIVER OF APPEARANCE FOR HEARING ON MARCH 26, 2021 by Justin Sloane Chalker (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 03/24/2021)
3/23/2021Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 03/23/2021)
3/10/2021PLEA AGREEMENT as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (tcf) (Entered: 03/11/2021)
3/10/2021FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION of the Magistrate Judge upon a Tendered Plea of Guilty as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto: Recommending that the district judge accept the defendant's plea of guilty. Signed by Magistrate Judge Mitchell D. Dembin on 3/10/2021. (tcf) (Entered: 03/10/2021)
3/10/2021118Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Mitchell D. Dembin: Arraignment on Superseding Information as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) Count 1s,2s held on 3/10/2021. Defendant present in court; Not Guilty plea entered. Change of Plea Hearing w/ Oral Consent to Rule 11 as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 3/10/2021. Plea Tendered by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto Guilty on counts 1 and 2 of the Superseding Information. Excludable(s) started as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto: XK: 3/10/21-5/28/21. PSR Ordered. Plea Agreement Filed. All pending motions withdrawn; Pending hearing dates vacated. Any objections to Findings due within 14 days. Sentence With PSR set for 5/28/2021 09:00 AM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (CD# 3/10/2021 MDD 232-302). (Plaintiff Attorney Christopher Beeler, AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Marc Carlos, RET). (dls) (Entered: 03/10/2021)
3/10/2021SUPERSEDING INFORMATION as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) count(s) 1s, 2s. (dls) (Entered: 03/10/2021)
3/9/2021116NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Change of Plea Hearing set for 3/10/2021 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge Mitchell D. Dembin. Hearing will be conducted in person.(no document attached) (dls) (Entered: 03/09/2021)
2/26/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on March 26, 2021. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 02/26/2021)
2/24/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on March 26, 2021. (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 02/24/2021)
2/24/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on 03/26/2021 at 2:00 p.m. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 02/24/2021)
2/23/2021ORDER AND FINDINGS OF FACT (COVID-19) as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (acr) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021111NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendants Chalker (1), Higa (2), White (3) and Natto (4): On Court's own motion, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 2/26/2021 to 3/26/2021 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to efile Mr. Chalker, Mr. Higa and Mr. White's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by 3/12/2021. Time excluded from 2/26/2021 to 3/26/2021 (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021NOTICE of Waiver of Appearance for Hearing on February 26, 2021 by Justin Sloane Chalker (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021NOTICE of Change of Address by John Lewis Littrell (Littrell, John) (tcf). (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021NOTICE of Change of Address by Whitney Z. Bernstein (Bernstein, Whitney) (tcf). (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021NOTICE of Change of Address by Ryan V. Fraser (Fraser, Ryan) (tcf). (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/2/2021ORDER AND FINDINGS OF FACT (COVID-19) as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/2/2021. (jmr) (jms). (Entered: 02/03/2021)
1/27/2021NOTICE of Lodgment of Plea Agreement by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 01/27/2021)
1/22/2021NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Ryan V. Fraser appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Fraser, Ryan)Attorney Ryan V. Fraser added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (tcf). (Entered: 01/22/2021)
1/22/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on February 26, 2021. (Littrell, John) (tcf). (Entered: 01/22/2021)
1/19/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on of February 26, 2021. (Kanter, Elliott) (tcf). (Entered: 01/19/2021)
1/19/2021Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on February 26, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 01/19/2021)
1/19/2021100NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendants Chalker (1), Higa (2), White (3) and Natto (4): On Court's own motion, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 1/22/2021 to 2/26/2021 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to efile Mr. Chalker, Mr. Higa and Mr. White's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by 2/5/2021. Time excluded from 1/22/2021 to 2/26/2021 (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 01/19/2021)
12/9/202099NOTICE of Vacated Hearing: Pursuant to Chief Judge Order 52, the Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/15/2020 before Magistrate Judge Jill L. Burkhardt is vacated to be reset to a date after 1/11/2021. The case will be put back on the plea list. (no document attached) (mmr) (Entered: 12/09/2020)
12/8/202098NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING (TIME ONLY) as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. On Court's own motion, Change of Plea Hearing RESET for 12/15/2020 02:45 PM before Magistrate Judge Jill L. Burkhardt. (mmr) (Entered: 12/08/2020)
12/7/202097NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. On court's own motion, Time and Judge Change. Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/15/2020 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge Jill L. Burkhardt. (no document attached) (tkl) (Entered: 12/07/2020)
12/7/2020NOTICE of Lodgment of Information by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 12/07/2020)
12/7/2020NOTICE of Lodgment by USA Plea Agreement (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 12/07/2020)
12/7/202094NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. On court's own motion, Time and Judge Change. Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/8/2020 09:15 AM before Magistrate Judge Allison H. Goddard. (rla) (Entered: 12/07/2020)
12/4/202093NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Time Change; Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/8/2020 10:30 AM before Magistrate Judge Linda Lopez. (rla) (Entered: 12/04/2020)
12/3/2020NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: John Lewis Littrell appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Littrell, John)Attorney John Lewis Littrell added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (tcf). (Entered: 12/03/2020)
12/3/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on January 22, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (tcf). (Entered: 12/03/2020)
12/3/202090NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. On court's own motion, (Judge and Time Change); Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/8/2020 10:00 AM before Magistrate Judge Linda Lopez. (rla) (Entered: 12/03/2020)
12/2/202089NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. At the request of defense counsel, Change of Plea Hearing set for 12/8/2020 09:15 AM before Magistrate Judge Allison H. Goddard. ****All Plea paperwork must be lodged on the docket no later than 12:00 PM the day before the hearing. If plea documents are UNEXECUTED, they must have the signature of the Government and Defense Counsel with written attestation from defense counsel that the plea has been reviewed with their client. If properly executed plea paperwork is not timely lodged, the matter will be taken off calendar without further notice.**** (no document attached) (mmr) (Entered: 12/02/2020)
11/18/2020ORDER Granting 87 Joint Motion to Continue Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1), Harlan Higa (2), Brandon White (3), Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting scheduled for 1/22/2021 at 2:00 PM in Courtroom 4D before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 11/18/2020. (tcf) (Entered: 11/18/2020)
11/18/2020Joint MOTION to Continue by USA as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (tcf). (Entered: 11/18/2020)
11/17/2020Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 11/17/2020)
11/17/2020Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (Document Available to Filing Party Only) (acr) (Entered: 11/17/2020)
11/5/2020NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT (Bond Hearing) as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 5/7/2020 before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Dana Peabody. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER or the Court Reporter/Transcriber. If redaction is necessary, parties have seven calendar days from the file date of the Transcript to E-File the Notice of Intent to Request Redaction. The following deadlines would also apply if requesting redaction: Redaction Request Statement due to Court Reporter/Transcriber 11/27/2020. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 12/7/2020. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 2/3/2021. (akr) (Entered: 11/05/2020)
10/29/2020TRANSCRIPT ORDER - For hearing(s) on 5/7/2020 (Carlos, Marc) (tcf). (Entered: 10/29/2020)
10/7/2020TRANSCRIPT ORDER - For hearing(s) on 8/24/20, 9/29/20 by USA (Gutierrez, Orlando) (Entered: 10/07/2020)
9/29/2020NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT (Motion Hearing/Trial Setting) as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 9/25/2020 before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Frank J. Rangus. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER or the Court Reporter/Transcriber. If redaction is necessary, parties have seven calendar days from the file date of the Transcript to E-File the Notice of Intent to Request Redaction. The following deadlines would also apply if requesting redaction: Redaction Request Statement due to Court Reporter/Transcriber 10/20/2020. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/30/2020. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/28/2020. (akr) (Entered: 09/29/2020)
9/25/202080Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto continued on joint oral request for 11/20/2020 02:00 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time excluded from 9/25/2020 to 11/20/2020 (Court Reporter/ECR Frank Rangus / CRD A Ramos / AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez / RETD Whitney Z. Bernstein, RETD Elliott N. Kanter, RETD Alexander Fuqua and RETD Marc Xavier Carlos) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 09/28/2020)
9/25/2020ORDER AUTHORIZING VIDEO TELECONFERENCE (VTC) as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (acr) (Entered: 09/28/2020)
9/25/2020Motion and ORDER to Appear Telephonically or by Videoconference During the COVID-19 Public Emergency (acr) (Entered: 09/25/2020)
9/23/2020RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto re 35 MOTION for Discovery , 75 MOTION to Compel Discovery MOTION to Preserve Evidence MOTION for Leave to File Further Motions , 42 MOTION to Compel Discovery MOTION to Preserve Evidence MOTION for Leave to File Further Motions (Gutierrez, Orlando) (jpp). (Entered: 09/23/2020)
9/22/2020 MOTION to Compel Discovery , MOTION to Preserve Evidence , MOTION for Leave to File Further Motions by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Memo of Points and Authorities, # 2 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (jpp). (Entered: 09/22/2020)
8/24/2020NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 6/26/2020 before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Gayle Wakefield. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER or the Court Reporter/Transcriber. If redaction is necessary, parties have seven calendar days from the file date of the Transcript to E-File the Notice of Intent to Request Redaction. The following deadlines would also apply if requesting redaction: Redaction Request Statement due to Court Reporter/Transcriber 9/14/2020. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/24/2020. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/23/2020. (akr) (Entered: 08/24/2020)
6/26/202073Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Janis L. Sammartino: Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White and Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto consents to video teleconferencing; Motion Hearing/Trial Setting continued on joint oral request for 9/25/2020 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time excluded on joint oral request and pursuant to the Order of the Chief Judge #30 from 6/26/2020 to 9/25/2020. Defense counsel's oral motion to preserve the evidence is granted (Court Reporter/ECR Gayle Wakefield / CRD A Ramos / AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez & John Parmley / RETD Whitney Z. Bernstein, RETD Elliot N. Kanter, RETD Alexander Fuqua and RETD Marc Xavier Carlos) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 06/29/2020)
6/26/2020ORDER AUTHORIZING VIDEO TELECONFERENCE (VTC) as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White and Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (acr) (Entered: 06/29/2020)
6/25/2020NOTICE of Waiver of Appearance re Hearing on June 26, 2020 by Justin Sloane Chalker (Bernstein, Whitney) (jpp). (Entered: 06/25/2020)
6/18/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on June 26, 2020 at 1:20 p.m.. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (jpp). (Entered: 06/18/2020)
6/5/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on June 26, 2020. (Bernstein, Whitney) (jpp). (Entered: 06/05/2020)
5/21/2020ORDER AND FINDINGS OF FACT (COVID-19) as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (acr) (Entered: 05/21/2020)
5/19/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on June 26, 2020. (Kanter, Elliott) (jpp). (Entered: 05/19/2020)
5/18/202066NOTICE OF CHANGE OF HEARING as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto: On Court's own motion, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 5/19/2020 to 6/26/2020 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Defense counsel to efile Declaration or defendants' signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by 6/5/2020. Time excluded from 5/19/2020 to 6/26/2020 (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 05/18/2020)
5/7/202065Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo:denying 59 Motion for Reconsideration as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4); Bond Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 5/7/2020. Defendant to remain detained without prejudice. (CD# 5/7/2020 Chambers Teleconference WVG20 9:00 - 9:14). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Gutierrez-AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Marc Carlos-RET). (no document attached) (mtb) (Entered: 05/07/2020)
5/6/202064NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Bond Hearing set for 5/7/2020 09:00 AM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. ***Defendants presence waived. Hearing will be held telephonically in chambers. The Parties and the Public may call 1(888) 363-4734, Access code: 7558242 to participate in the hearing. Any members of the public that join the teleconference must mute their phones after joining.***(no document attached) (mtb) (Entered: 05/06/2020)
5/6/2020RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto re 59 MOTION for Reconsideration of Detention Order (Gutierrez, Orlando) (jpp). (Entered: 05/06/2020)
4/30/2020NOTICE of Waiver of Appearance for Hearing on May 19, 2020 by Justin Sloane Chalker (Bernstein, Whitney)(jpp). (Entered: 04/30/2020)
4/30/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on May 19, 2020. (Bernstein, Whitney) (jpp). (Entered: 04/30/2020)
4/20/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on May 19, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (jpp). (Entered: 04/20/2020)
4/17/2020 MOTION for Reconsideration of Detention Order by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit Detention Order, # 3 Proof of Service)(Carlos, Marc) (jpp). (Entered: 04/17/2020)
4/14/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa to appear on May 19, 2020. (Kanter, Elliott) (jpp). (Entered: 04/14/2020)
4/13/2020Order Continuing Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting in this matter is continued from Tuesday,April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020 at 1:30 PM. The time period of Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020, inclusive, isexcluded in computing the time within which the trial must commence, pursuant to 18U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/13/2020. (jao) (Entered: 04/13/2020)
4/13/2020Order Continuing Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Brandon White (3). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting in this matter is continued from Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020 at 1:30 PM. The time period of Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020, inclusive, is excluded in computing the time within which the trial must commence, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Defense counsel to e-file declaration or defendant's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by May 1, 2020. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/13/2020. (jao) (Entered: 04/13/2020)
4/13/2020Order Continuing Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Harlan Higa (2). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting in this matter is continued from Tuesday,April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020 at 1:30 PM. The time period of Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020, inclusive, isexcluded in computing the time within which the trial must commence, pursuant to 18U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Defense counsel to e-file declaration or defendant's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by May 1, 2020. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/13/2020. (jao) (Entered: 04/13/2020)
4/13/2020Order Continuing Motion Hearing/Trial Setting as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1). The Motion Hearing/Trial Setting in this matter is continued from Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020 at 1:30 PM. The time period of Tuesday, April 14, 2020 to May 19, 2020, inclusive, is excluded in computing the time within which the trial must commence, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (h)(B)(iv). Defense counsel to e-file declaration or defendant's signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by May 1, 2020. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 4/13/2020. (jao) (Entered: 04/13/2020)
4/1/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Harlan Higa (Kanter, Elliott) (jpp). (Entered: 04/01/2020)
3/30/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Justin Sloane Chalker to appear on April 14, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.. (Bernstein, Whitney) (jpp). (Entered: 03/30/2020)
3/25/2020ORDER granting 48 Motion to Substitute Attorney Whitney Z. Berstein for Justin Sloane Chalker (1). Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 3/25/2020.(jpp) (Entered: 03/25/2020)
3/24/2020Acknowledgment of next court date by defendant Brandon White to appear on 04/14/2020 at 1:30pm. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (jpp). (Entered: 03/24/2020)
3/24/2020NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Whitney Z. Bernstein appearing for Justin Sloane Chalker (Bernstein, Whitney)Attorney Whitney Z. Bernstein added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) (jpp). (Entered: 03/24/2020)
3/24/2020 MOTION to Substitute Attorney by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Bernstein, Whitney) (jpp). (Entered: 03/24/2020)
3/24/202047Notice of Change of Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto: On Court's own motion, Motion Hearing/Trial Setting reset from 3/27/2020 to Tuesday, 4/14/2020 at 1:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. Time excluded pursuant to CJO #18 & #19 from 3/27/2020 to 4/14/2020. Defense counsel to efile signed Acknowledgment of Next Court Date by 4/10/2020 (no document attached) (acr) (no document attached) (acr) (Entered: 03/24/2020)
2/27/2020PROTECTIVE ORDER regarding discovery. Signed by Judge Janis L. Sammartino on 2/27/2020.(jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/27/2020)
2/27/2020Pretrial Services Request for Modifying the Conditions of Pretrial Release and Order thereon in case as to Brandon White. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 02/26/2020. (gr) (Entered: 02/27/2020)
2/27/2020Joint MOTION for Protective Order Regarding Discovery by USA as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Gutierrez, Orlando) (jpp). (Entered: 02/27/2020)
2/26/2020NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Orlando B. Gutierrez appearing for USA. (Gutierrez, Orlando)Attorney Orlando B. Gutierrez added to party USA(pty:pla) (jpp). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/26/2020 MOTION to Compel Discovery , MOTION to Preserve Evidence , MOTION for Leave to File Further Motions by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Monder, Vikram) (jpp). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/26/2020 MOTION for Discovery by Harlan Higa. (Kanter, Elliott)[3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (jpp). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/202041Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo: Arraignment on Information as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) Count 1 and Harlan Higa (2) Count 1 and Brandon White (3) Count 1 and Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) Count 1,2 held on 2/25/2020. Not Guilty plea entered. Motion Hearing/Trial Setting set for 3/27/2020 01:30 PM before Judge Janis L. Sammartino. (CD# 2/25/2020 WVG 20 2:25-2:42). (Plaintiff Attorney Ronald Sou AUSA-S/A). (Defendant Attorney Vikram Monder, Elliot N Kanter RET, Alexander Fugua RET, and Marc Xavier Carlos RET). (acc) (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/2020WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/2020WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Brandon White (jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/2020WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Harlan Higa (jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/2020WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Justin Sloane Chalker (jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/25/2020INFORMATION as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) count(s) 1, Harlan Higa (2) count(s) 1, Brandon White (3) count(s) 1, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) count(s) 1, 2. (jpp) (dlg). (Entered: 02/26/2020)
2/21/2020ORDER OF DETENTION as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 2/21/2020. (vxc) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/24/2020)
2/19/2020ABSTRACT OF ORDER Releasing Justin Sloane Chalker re 32 Bond. (smd) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/21/2020)
2/19/2020C/CS Bond Filed as to Justin Sloane Chalker in amount of $ $50,000, Receipt # CAS119385. Signed by Magistrate Judge Karen S. Crawford. (Document applicable to USA, Justin Sloane Chalker.) (smd) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/21/2020)
2/18/2020WAIVER of Preliminary Hearing Rule 5.1 by Brandon White (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander)(smd). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/18/2020)
2/13/2020ABSTRACT OF ORDER Releasing Brandon White re 27 Bond. Defendant released on $25, 000 PS bond posted. (jmr) (jms). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/14/2020)
2/13/2020PS Bond Filed as to Brandon White in amount of $ $25,000, Receipt # CAS119240. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo (Document applicable to USA, Brandon White.) (jmr) (jms). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/14/2020)
2/13/2020ORDER granting 21 Motion to Substitute Attorney. Added attorney Alexander Fuqua for Brandon White. Attorney Jason T. Conforti terminated as to Brandon White (3). Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 2/10/2020.(mtb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/13/2020)
2/13/2020ABSTRACT OF ORDER Releasing Harlan Higa re 29 Bond. Defendant released on $25,000 PS bond posted. (jmr) (jms). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/14/2020)
2/13/2020PS Bond Filed as to Harlan Higa in amount of $ 25,000 PS, Receipt # CAS119226. Signed by Magistrate Judge Michael S. Berg. (Document applicable to USA, Harlan Higa.) (jmr) (jms). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/14/2020)
2/12/202026Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo:granting 14 Motion to Substitute Attorney. Attorney Vikram Monder retained by Justin Sloane Chalker. Attorney Federal Defenders terminated as to Justin Sloane Chalker. Bond Hearing as to Justin Sloane Chalker held on 2/12/2020. Defendant's request to modify bond - Granted. Bond set as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) $50,000 Cash with Nebbia Hearing; CR History Letter Ordered to be prepared within 4 weeks. (CD# 2/12/2020 WVG20 9:54 - 10:00). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Guttierez-AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Vikram Monder-RET). (no document attached) (mtb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/13/2020)
2/12/2020Amended ORDER Setting Conditions of Release. Bond set for Justin Sloane Chalker (1) $50,000 PS. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 2/3/2020. (jmr) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/12/2020)
2/10/202023NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Justin Sloane Chalker. Bond Hearing set for 2/12/2020 09:00 AM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (mtb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/10/2020)
2/10/202022NOTICE of Vacated Hearing(s) The Preliminary He aring set for 2/12/20 at 9:00am before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo is vacated re 19 Waiver of Preliminary Hearing Rule 5.1. (no document attached) (mtb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/10/2020)
2/8/2020 MOTION to Substitute Attorney by Brandon White. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Executed Substitution of Attorney, # 2 Proof of Service)(Fuqua, Alexander) (vxc). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/08/2020)
2/7/2020WAIVER of Preliminary Hearing Rule 5.1 by Justin Sloane Chalker (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Monder, Vikram) (vxc). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/07/2020)
2/6/2020 MOTION to Substitute Attorney by Justin Sloane Chalker. (Attachments: # 1 Proof of Service)(Monder, Vikram)Attorney Vikram Monder added to party Justin Sloane Chalker(pty:dft) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/06/2020)
2/6/202020Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo:Detention Hearing as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto held on 2/6/2020. USA oral motion for detention; The Court grants 7 Motion to Detain as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4). Defendant ordered detained without prejudice. Order of detention to be submitted by AUSA by COB 2/7/20. Defense counsel may lodge any objections on or before COB 2/10/20. Preliminary Hearing not held as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Defense oral motion to continue hearing granted.( Preliminary Hearing continued to 2/25/2020 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo.). Attorney Marc Xavier Carlos for Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto retained. Attorney Charles N Guthrie relieved in case as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (CD# 2/6/2020 WVG20-1009-1035). (Plaintiff Attorney Orlando Gutierrez, AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Charles Guthrie, CJA; Marc Carlos, RET). (no document attached) (mmr) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/07/2020)
2/6/2020NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Joshua Cade Mellor appearing for USA. Along with AUSA Orlando B. Gutierrez (Mellor, Joshua)Attorney Joshua Cade Mellor added to party USA(pty:pla) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/06/2020)
2/5/2020ORDER Setting Conditions of Release. Bond set for Brandon White (3) $25,000 PS. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 02/05/2020. (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/06/2020)
2/5/202018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo: Attorney Elliott Kanter retained; Attorney Gregory Obenauer is relieved. Detention Hearing as to Harlan Higa, Brandon White held on 2/5/2020. USA oral motion for detention; motion denied as to Harlan Higa (2), Brandon White (3). Bond set at $25,000 p/s secured by 2 FRA with a $2,500 cash deposit as to Harlan Higa, Brandon White. Status Hearing continued to 2/25/2020 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo as to Brandon White (3). Preliminary Hearing not held as to Harlan Higa, Brandon White. Defense oral motion to continue hearing granted. Preliminary Hearing continued to 2/25/2020 02:00 PM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (CD# 2/5/2020 D2-WVG1:957-958;1023-1036. D3-WVG1:1105-1113). (Plaintiff Attorney Ronald Sou, s/a-AUSA). (Defendant Attorney D2-Elliott Kanter, RET; D3-Jason Conforti, CJA). (no document attached) (knb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/06/2020)
2/5/2020ORDER Setting Conditions of Release. Bond set for Harlan Higa (2) $25,000 PS. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 02/05/2020. (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/06/2020)
2/5/202013NOTICE OF HEARING as to Defendant Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. Detention Hearing - RF/DC set for 2/6/2020 10:00 AM before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (mtb) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/05/2020)
2/3/2020CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Brandon White (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20206Oral MOTION to Detain (Flight/Danger)by USA as to Brandon White. (no document attached) (aje) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/2020CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Justin Sloane Chalker (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/2020ORDER Setting Conditions of Release. Bond set for Justin Sloane Chalker (1) $50,000 PS.. Signed by Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo on 2/3/2020. (vxc) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/2020CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Harlan Higa (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20205Oral MOTION to Detain (Flight/Danger) by USA as to Harlan Higa. (no document attached) (aje) Modified on 2/4/2020 (aje). [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/2020CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (jxv) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20207Oral MOTION to Detain (Flight/Danger)by USA as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (no document attached) (aje) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20204***English. No Interpreter needed as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (no document attached) (aje) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20203Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo: Initial Appearance as to Justin Sloane Chalker(1), Harlan Higa(2), Brandon White(3), Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) held on 2/3/2020. Appointed Attorney Federal Defenders for Justin Sloane Chalker(1), attorney Gregory D Obenauer(n/a) for Harlan Higa(2), attorney Jason T. Conforti(n/a) provisionally appointed for Brandon White(3), and attorney Charles N Guthrie(n/a) for Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto(4). Government oral motion to detain (Flight/Danger) as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) - denied; Bond set as to Justin Sloane Chalker (1) $50,000 PS secured by Trust Deed and 2 FRAs. Government oral motion to detain (Flight/Danger) as to Harlan Higa(2), Brandon White(3), set for 2/5/20 at 10:00am before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. Government oral motion to detain (Flight/Danger) as to Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto (4) set for 2/5/20 at 10:15am before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. Preliminary Hearing set for 2/12/20 at 9:00am before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. Arraignment set for 2/25/20 at 2:00pm before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. Status re: Counsel as to Brandon White(3) set for 2/12/2020 at 9:00am before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (CD# 2/3/2020 WVG 20-1:3:21-3:52). (Plaintiff Attorney Ronald Sou AUSA). (Defendant Attorney Joanna Martin FD-S/A). (aje) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/04/2020)
2/3/20202 Set/Reset Duty Hearings as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto: Initial Appearance set for 2/3/2020 before Magistrate Judge William V. Gallo. (no document attached) (lrc) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/03/2020)
2/3/2020COMPLAINT as to Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (Attachments: # 1 Info Sheet)(als) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/03/2020)
2/1/2020Arrest of Justin Sloane Chalker, Harlan Higa, Brandon White, Jon-Paul Sadami Pono Natto. (no document attached) (als) [3:20-mj-00486-WVG] (Entered: 02/03/2020)