USA v. Vazquez et al

3:23-cr-00125 | Puerto Rico District Court

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Division San Juan
Judge Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach
Filed March 30, 2023
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Filing Date # Docket Text
3/27/2025~Util - Plea Entered, Change of Plea Hearing, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings
3/27/2025Plea Agreement Supplement
3/27/2025Plea Agreement
3/24/2025Response to Motion, Response to Motion
3/24/2025Order on Motion to Continue
3/24/2025Continue
3/21/2025Order on Motion to Continue
3/21/2025Extension of Time, Extension of Time
3/21/2025Continue
3/18/2025~Util - Plea Entered, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Change of Plea Hearing
3/18/2025Plea Agreement Supplement
3/18/2025Plea Agreement
3/17/2025Order on Motion to Continue
3/17/2025Continue
3/10/2025Order on Motion to Continue
3/10/2025Continue
2/26/2025Continue
2/26/2025Order on Motion for Change of Plea, Order on Motion for Extension of Time
2/25/2025Change of Plea
2/24/2025Extension of Time
2/24/2025Order on Motion for Change of Plea, Order on Motion for Extension of Time, Order on Motion for Extension of Time
2/22/2025Extension of Time, Extension of Time
2/22/2025Change of Plea
2/20/2025Order on Motion Submitting
2/18/2025Submitting
2/18/2025~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Plea Entered, Change of Plea Hearing
2/18/2025Plea Agreement Supplement
2/18/2025Plea Agreement
2/11/2025~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Change of Plea Hearing, ~Util - Plea Entered
2/11/2025Plea Agreement Supplement
2/11/2025Plea Agreement
2/10/2025Informative Motion
2/10/2025Order on Informative Motion
2/10/2025Informative Motion
2/6/2025~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference
1/30/2025Order on Motion for Change of Plea
1/29/2025Extension of Time, Extension of Time
1/29/2025Change of Plea
1/24/2025Order on Supplemental Motion
1/23/2025Order, Order
1/22/2025Order on Motion for Joinder
1/21/2025Supplemental
1/21/2025Lafler/Frye Motion Hearing
1/16/2025Joinder
1/16/2025Order on Motion to Suppress
1/16/2025Suppress
1/15/2025Requesting Order
1/15/2025Restrict
1/13/2025Order on Motion for Change of Plea
1/12/2025Change of Plea
10/30/2024Status Conference, Status Conference, Status Conference, Status Conference, Status Conference, Status Conference
10/29/2024Order on Motion to Substitute Attorney
10/25/2024Substitute Attorney
9/25/2024Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney, Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney, Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney, Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney, Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney, Order on Motion to Withdraw as Attorney
9/23/2024Withdraw as Attorney, Withdraw as Attorney, Withdraw as Attorney, Withdraw as Attorney, Withdraw as Attorney, Withdraw as Attorney
9/13/2024~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Terminate Motions, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Terminate Motions
9/13/2024Requesting Order
8/22/2024Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Terminate Motions, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Terminate Motions, Order, ~Util - Terminate Motions, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings
8/22/2024Requesting Order
8/21/2024Order on Motion to Substitute Attorney
8/20/2024Substitute Attorney
8/19/2024Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order, Order, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Order
7/24/2024Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA, Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA, Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA, Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA, Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA, Notice of Attorney Appearance - USA
6/11/2024Status Conference, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference, ~Util - Set/Reset Hearings, Status Conference, Order on Motion to Substitute Attorney
6/11/2024Substitute Attorney
4/19/2024Order on Motion Requesting Order, Order on Motion to Restrict
4/11/2024101Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach: Status Conference as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) held on 4/11/2024. Present: AUSA Richard Eaton, AFPD Hector Sueiro and attorneys Juan Masini, Leonardo Aldridge, Ian Garcia and Miguel Oppenheimer (also covering for Richard Dansoh). The government informed that additional discovery has been provided, are currently evaluating additional discovery requests, the parties have been in communication and plea offers have been tendered. Defense counsel for all defendants requested additional time to receive and review all discovery, continue plea negotiations and meet with the government. Further Status Conference set for 6/11/2024 at 2:45 PM in Hato Rey Courtroom 7 before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Speedy Trial Act tolled in the interest of justice and because of the need for additional time to receive and review discovery and pursue plea negotiations. (Court Reporter Evilys Carrion.) (Hearing held in Hato Rey Courtroom 7.) Hearing set for 11:15. Hearing held at 11:06. Hearing ended at 11:10. (nat) (Entered: 04/11/2024)
4/11/2024100ORDER granting 99 Motion to Substitute Attorney as to Juan Marte (5). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 4/11/2024. (nat) (Entered: 04/11/2024)
4/10/2024 MOTION to Substitute Attorney at Status Conference by Juan Marte (5). Responses due by 4/24/2024. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Dansoh, Richard) (Entered: 04/10/2024)
4/10/2024***EX-PARTE*** MOTION Requesting Order by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 4/24/2024. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit, # 2 Exhibit, # 3 Text of Proposed Order)(Oppenheimer, Miguel) (Entered: 04/10/2024)
4/10/2024 MOTION to Restrict Document in Compliance with Administrative Order # 9 by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 4/24/2024. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Oppenheimer, Miguel) (Entered: 04/10/2024)
2/27/202496Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach: Motion Hearing as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2) held on 2/27/2024 re 91 Motion to Appoint Counsel. Present: AUSA Antonio Perez and Atty. Leonardo Aldridge. Defendant was U/C, present in court and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The Court heard from the defendant and defense counsel and ordered they confer among themselves. The Court denied the 91 Motion to Appoint Counsel given that a irreconcilable conflict has not been found nor any other reason that warrants a change of counsel. The Court requested the defendant and defense counsel work on rebuilding trust. (Court Reporter Kelly Surina.)(Hearing held in Hato Rey Courtroom 7.) Hearing set for 02:30. Hearing held at 02:26. Hearing ended at 02:57. Interpreter Jose Rosado. (nat) (Entered: 02/27/2024)
2/20/202495Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach: Status Conference as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) held on 2/20/2024. Present: AUSA Edwin Mercado, AFPD Hector Sueiro and attorneys Juan Masini, Leonardo Aldridge and Miguel Oppenheimer (also covering for Ian Garcia and Richard Dansoh). The government informed that the parties are in plea negotiations and requested additional time. Defense counsel joined the government's request for additional time to receive additional discovery, conduct proffer meetings and continue plea negotiations. Further Status Conference set for 4/11/2024 at 11:15 AM in Hato Rey Courtroom 7 before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Speedy Trial Act tolled in the interest of justice and because of the need for additional time to complete discovery and pursue plea negotiations. (Court Reporter Robin Dispenzieri.) (Hearing held in Hato Rey Courtroom 7.) Hearing set for 09:45. Hearing held at 09:38. Hearing ended at 09:42. (nat) Modified on 2/20/2024 to correct time for scheduled hearing (mcm). (Entered: 02/20/2024)
2/20/202494ORDER noted and granted 93 Motion to Substitute Attorney as to Juan Marte (5). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 2/20/2024. (nat) (Entered: 02/20/2024)
2/19/2024 MOTION to Substitute Attorney at the Status Conference. by Juan Marte (5). Responses due by 3/4/2024. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Dansoh, Richard) (Entered: 02/19/2024)
2/7/202492ORDER holding in abeyance 91 Motion to Appoint Counsel as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Motion Hearing set for 2/27/2024 at 2:30 PM in Hato Rey Courtroom 7 before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 2/27/2024. (nat) (Entered: 02/07/2024)
2/6/2024 MOTION to Appoint/Change Counsel by Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), pro se. Responses due by 2/20/2024. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Attachments: # 1 Envelope)(rim) (Entered: 02/06/2024)
12/19/202390ORDER noted and granted 89 Informative Motion as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Status Conference set for 2/20/2024 at 9:45 AM in Hato Rey Courtroom 7 before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Given the parties' need for additional time to review discovery and pursue plea negotiations, the Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the ends of justice which outweigh the best interest of the public and the Defendant in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. 3161(h)(7)(A). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 12/19/2023. (nat) (Entered: 12/19/2023)
12/15/2023Joint INFORMATIVE Motion regarding Case Status by USA as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 12/29/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Perez-Alonso, Antonio) (Entered: 12/15/2023)
11/29/2023ORDER granting 81 Motion for Protective Order as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 11/29/2023. (nat) (Entered: 11/29/2023)
11/21/202387ORDER noted 86 Motion in Compliance as to Michael Vazquez (1). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 11/21/2023. (rim) (Entered: 11/21/2023)
11/17/2023 MOTION in Compliance by Michael Vazquez (1). Responses due by 12/1/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Masini-Soler, Juan) (Entered: 11/17/2023)
11/15/2023RESPONSE to Motion for Protective Order by Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3) re 81 MOTION for Protective Order filed by USA (Sueiro-Alvarez, Hector) (Entered: 11/15/2023)
11/15/202384ORDER as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). In light of the Jury Trial in Cr. 22-299-01 (RAM), the Status Conference set for 11/28/2023 is vacated. By 12/15/2023, the parties shall file a joint informative motion indicating the status of the case. The Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the interest of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the defendants in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 11/15/2023. (nat) (Entered: 11/15/2023)
11/14/202383ORDER holding in abeyance 81 Motion for Protective Order as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Defendants shall respond to this motion by November 20, 2023. The 82 Informative Motion is noted. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 11/14/2023. (nat) (Entered: 11/14/2023)
11/7/2023 INFORMATIVE Motion regarding D.E. 81 by Michael Vazquez (1). Responses due by 11/21/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Masini-Soler, Juan) (Entered: 11/07/2023)
11/7/2023 MOTION for Protective Order by USA as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 11/21/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Perez-Alonso, Antonio) (Entered: 11/07/2023)
10/5/202380ORDER granting 79 Motion to Withdraw as Attorney. AUSA Jawayria Zarreen Auchter withdrawn from case as to All Defendants. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 10/5/2023. (nat) (Entered: 10/05/2023)
10/4/2023 MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney by Jawayria Z. Auchter by USA as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 10/18/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Auchter, Jawayria) (Entered: 10/04/2023)
9/27/2023NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Antonio L. Perez-Alonso appearing for USA. (Perez-Alonso, Antonio) (Entered: 09/27/2023)
9/27/202377ORDER noted 76 Informative Motion as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Status Conference set for 11/28/2023 at 2:30 PM in Hato Rey Courtroom 7 before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Given the parties' need for additional time to complete discovery and pursue plea negotiations, the Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the ends of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the Defendants in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161(h)(7)(A). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 9/27/2023. (nat) (Entered: 09/27/2023)
9/25/2023 INFORMATIVE Motion regarding Status of the Case by USA as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 10/10/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Auchter, Jawayria) Modified docket text on 9/26/2023 (rim). (Entered: 09/25/2023)
9/15/2023NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Antonio L. Perez-Alonso appearing for USA. (Perez-Alonso, Antonio) (Entered: 09/15/2023)
9/6/202374ORDER as to All Defendants. The Status Conference set for 9/11/2023 is vacated. By 9/25/2023, the parties shall file a joint informative motion indicating the status of the case. The Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the interest of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the defendants in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 9/6/2023. (nat) (Entered: 09/06/2023)
7/10/202373ORDER noted and granted 72 Informative Motion as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Status Conference set for 9/11/2023 at 10:45 AM in Courtroom 7 and by VTC Bridge RAM before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Given the parties' need for additional time to complete and review discovery as well as pursue plea negotiations, the Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the interest of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the Defendants in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161(h)(7)(A). Hearing access credentials are available in the following URL link: https://www.prd.uscourts.gov/video-teleconference-vtc-hearing-links. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 7/10/2023. (nat) (Entered: 07/10/2023)
7/6/2023 INFORMATIVE Motion regarding Status of the Case by USA as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 7/20/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Auchter, Jawayria) (Entered: 07/06/2023)
6/21/202366ORDER as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Given that the Court will remain closed on 7/3/2023, the Status Conference is vacated. By 7/6/2023, the parties shall file a joint informative motion indicating the status of the case. The Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the interest of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the defendants in a speedy trial under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 6/21/2023. (nat) (Entered: 06/21/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3). (arg) (Entered: 06/26/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (4). (arg) (Entered: 06/26/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Michael Vazquez (1). (arg) (Entered: 06/21/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). (arg) (Entered: 06/21/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Juan Marte (5). (arg) (Entered: 06/21/2023)
6/7/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Returned Executed on 03/19/2023 in case as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). (arg) (Entered: 06/21/2023)
5/23/2023***SELECTED PARTIES*** ORDER granting 60 Motion to Restrict; granting 61 Motion Requesting Order as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 5/23/2023. (nat) (Entered: 05/23/2023)
5/18/202362ORDER noted 59 Informative Motion as to All Defendants. Status Conference set for 7/3/2023 at 2:45 PM in Courtroom 7 and by VTC Bridge RAM before Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach. Given the parties' need for additional time to review discovery, pursue plea negotiations and for defendants to consider their options, the Speedy Trial Act is tolled in the interest of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the defendants in a speedy trial pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161(h)(7)(A). Hearing access credentials are available in the following URL link: https://www.prd.uscourts.gov/video-teleconference-vtc-hearing-links. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 5/18/2023. (nat) (Entered: 05/18/2023)
5/18/2023***EX-PARTE*** MOTION Requesting Order by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 6/1/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit)(Oppenheimer, Miguel) (Entered: 05/18/2023)
5/18/2023 MOTION to Restrict Document by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 6/1/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Oppenheimer, Miguel) (Entered: 05/18/2023)
5/16/2023 INFORMATIVE Motion regarding Status of the Case by USA as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 5/30/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Auchter, Jawayria) (Entered: 05/16/2023)
5/11/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 5/11/2023.(cml) (Entered: 05/19/2023)
5/11/202358Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Bail Hearing as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2) held on 5/11/2023. Present were AUSA Jawayria Auchter, Atty. Leonardo Aldridge and USPO Naysha Nunez. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. As to bail, the defense did not request conditions of release but reserved the right to reopen the bail hearing in the future. The Government requested detention. After having heard the parties, the Court ordered the defendant detained pending trial based on risk of flight and danger to the community. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 09:45. Hearing held at 09:52. Hearing ended at 09:57. Interpreter Carlos Ravelo. (aa) (Entered: 05/15/2023)
5/11/202357ORDER denying 56 Motion to Continue as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 5/11/2023. (cml) (Entered: 05/11/2023)
5/10/2023 MOTION to Continue Bail Hearing by Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Responses due by 5/24/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Aldridge, Leonardo) (Entered: 05/10/2023)
4/18/2023ORDER re: RULE 5(F) FOR DISCLOSURE OF EXCULPATORY EVIDENCE as to All Defendants. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 4/18/2023. (nat) (Entered: 04/18/2023)
4/18/202354ORDER as to All Defendants. Joint Status Report due by 5/16/2023. The period between this Order and the filing of the Joint Status Report is excluded under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 3161(h)(7)(A). The information in the Joint Status Report is necessary for the Court to determine whether the Defendant is ready for trial or needs additional time. Therefore the tolling of the Speedy Trial Act serves the ends of justice which outweighs the best interest of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial. Signed by Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach on 4/18/2023. (nat) (Entered: 04/18/2023)
4/17/202353Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Giselle Lopez-Soler: Arraignment as to Juan Marte (5) Count 1,2 held on 4/17/2023. Present were AUSA Joseph Russell and Attorney Richard Dansoh. The defendant was under custody, present in court and assisted by the Court Interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all counts contained therein. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. Case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul Arias Marxuach for further proceedings. Pursuant to the Due Process Protections Act, the Court ordered the United States to disclose in a timely manner all exculpatory evidence to the defendant[s] pursuant to Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963) and its progeny. Failure to comply with this order may result in consequences, including, but not limited to, the reversal of any conviction, the exclusion of evidence, adverse jury instructions, dismissal of charges, contempt proceedings, disciplinary action, and/or sanctions by the Court. (Court Reporter DCR Courtroom 9.) Hearing set for 2:30 PM. Hearing held at 3:17 PM. Hearing ended at 3:20 PM. Interpreter Jose Luis Rosado-Santiago. (cmd) (Entered: 04/18/2023)
4/14/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***ORDER as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2): SEE PDF FOR DETAILS. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/14/2023. (aa) (Entered: 04/17/2023)
4/14/202351Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Arraignment/Bail as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2) Count 1,2 held on 4/14/2023. Present were AUSA Jorge Matos and defense counsel Leonardo Aldridge. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He received a physical copy of the Indictment and discussed it with his attorney. The defendant waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all applicable counts. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. The case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach for further proceedings. As to bail, the defense requested a continuance. Sidebar held. After having heard the parties, the Court found that a defendant is able to waive speedy trial deadlines and as a result, the Court found good cause to postpone order. Bail Hearing is CONTINUED for 5/11/2023 at 9:45 AM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 09:45. Hearing held at 10:20. Hearing ended at 10:33. Interpreter Carlos Ravelo. (aa) (Entered: 04/17/2023)
4/10/202350ORDER as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2): Arraignment/Bail rescheduled for 4/14/2023 at 9:45 AM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/10/2023. (aa) (Entered: 04/10/2023)
4/3/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/3/2023.(cml) (Entered: 04/05/2023)
4/3/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/3/2023.(cml) (Entered: 04/05/2023)
4/3/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (4). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/5/2023.(cml) (Entered: 04/05/2023)
4/3/202346Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Arraignment/Bail as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) Count 1,2 held on 4/3/2023. Present were AUSA Jawayria Zareen Auchter, defense counsel Miguel Oppenheimer and USPO Ana Vazquez-Gomez. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He received a physical copy of the Indictment and discussed it with his attorney. The defendant waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all applicable counts. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. The case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach for further proceedings. As to bail, the defense requested conditions of release and made a proffer. The Government requested detention and made a proffer. After having heard the parties, the Court found that the Government proved that there are no conditions that can be fashioned at this time. The Court ordered the defendant remain detained pending trial based on risk of flight and danger to the community. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 01:30. Hearing held at 01:23. Hearing ended at 01:46. Interpreter Jose L. Rosado-Santiago. (aa) (Entered: 04/04/2023)
4/3/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Michael Vazquez (1). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/3/2023.(cml) (Entered: 04/04/2023)
4/3/202344Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Arraignment/Bail as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (4) Count 1,2 held on 4/3/2023. Present were AUSA Jawayria Zareen Auchter, defense counsel Ian Carlos Garcia-Ferreras and USPO Ana Vazquez-Gomez. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He received a physical copy of the Indictment and discussed it with his attorney. The defendant waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all applicable counts. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. The case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach for further proceedings. As to bail, the defense did not request conditions of release but reserved the right to reopen the bail hearing in the future. The Government requested detention and made a proffer. After having heard the parties, the Court found that the defense had failed to present sufficient evidence to rebut the presumption and ordered the defendant remain detained pending trial. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 01:00. Hearing held at 01:05. Hearing ended at 01:11. Interpreter Jose L. Rosado-Santiago. (aa) (Entered: 04/04/2023)
4/3/202343Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Arraignment/Bail as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3) Count 1,2 held on 4/3/2023. Present were AUSA Jawayria Zarreen Auchter, AFPD Hector Sueiro-Alvarez and USPO Ana Vazquez-Gomez. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He did not receive a physical copy of the Indictment but discussed it with his attorney. The defendant waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all applicable counts. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. The case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach for further proceedings. As to bail, AFPD Sueiro requested conditions of release and made a proffer. The Government requested detention and made a proffer. After having heard the parties, the Court ordered the defendant remain detained pending trial based on risk of flight and danger to the community. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 11:00. Hearing held at 11:09. Hearing ended at 11:36. Interpreter Jose L. Rosado-Santiago. (aa) (Entered: 04/04/2023)
4/3/202342Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Arraignment/Bail as to Michael Vazquez (1) Count 1,2 held on 4/3/2023. Present were AUSA Jawayria Zarreen Auchter, defense counsel Juan M. Masini-Soler and USPO Ana Vazquez-Gomez. The defendant was present, under custody, and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendant was found competent to understand the proceedings. He received a physical copy of the Indictment and discussed it with his attorney. The defendant waived the reading of the Indictment and entered a plea of not guilty as to all applicable counts. The Government has 7 days to produce discovery and the defense has 14 days thereafter to file motions. The case is referred to U.S. District Judge Raul M. Arias-Marxuach for further proceedings. As to bail, the defense did not request conditions of release. The Government requested detention and made a proffer. After having heard the parties, the Court found that the defense did not present sufficient evidence to rebut the presumption and ordered the defendant remain detained pending trial. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 11:00. Hearing held at 11:04. Hearing ended at 11:08. Interpreter Jose L. Rosado-Santiago. (aa) (Entered: 04/04/2023)
4/3/202341ORDER granting 40 Motion to Continue as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Arraignment/Bail set for 4/4/2023 at 1:00 PM is RESET for 4/14/2023 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/3/2023. (aa) (Entered: 04/03/2023)
4/3/2023 MOTION to Continue Arraignment/Bail hearing by Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Responses due by 4/17/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Aldridge, Leonardo) (Entered: 04/03/2023)
4/3/202339ORDER granting 38 Motion to Continue as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Arraignment/Bail set for today will now be held at 1:30 PM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 4/3/2023. (cml) (Entered: 04/03/2023)
4/2/2023 MOTION to Continue arraignment and bail hearing by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Responses due by 4/17/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Oppenheimer, Miguel) (Entered: 04/02/2023)
3/31/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***Notice of Disclosure of Pretrial Services Report as to Michael Vazquez (1). Pretrial Services Reports are made available to Defense Counsel and the Government. The Pretrial Reports are not public record, are not to be produced or disclosed to any other party, and shall remain confidential as provided in Title 18 U.S.C. 3153(c)(1), by Michael Vazquez, USA, US Probation Office (Bravo, Emanuel) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***Notice of Disclosure of Pretrial Services Report as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (4). Pretrial Services Reports are made available to Defense Counsel and the Government. The Pretrial Reports are not public record, are not to be produced or disclosed to any other party, and shall remain confidential as provided in Title 18 U.S.C. 3153(c)(1), by USA, US Probation Office, Johan Tirado-Agueda (Abruna-Ortiz, Elisa) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/202335ORDER granting 33 Motion to Continue as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Arraignment/Bail set for 4/3/2023 is RESET for 4/4/2023 at 1:00 PM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/31/2023. (cml) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/202334ORDER granting 32 Motion to Continue as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (4). Arraignment/Bail set for 4/3/2023 will now be held at 1:00 PM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/31/2023. (cml) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/2023 MOTION to Continue Arraignment/Bail Hearing by Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2). Responses due by 4/14/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Aldridge, Leonardo) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/2023 MOTION to Continue by Johan Tirado-Agueda (4). Responses due by 4/14/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Garcia-Ferreras, Ian) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/31/202331ORDER as to Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4) and Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6): Arraignment/Bail is RESET for 4/3/2023 11:00 AM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/31/2023. (aa) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/30/2023ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL as to Juan Marte (5). Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/30/2023.(cml) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/30/2023Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Giselle Lopez-Soler: Return of Indictment by Grand Jury as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3), Johan Tirado-Agueda (4), Michael Vazquez (1), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) held on 3/30/2023. As to Defendants #1, #2, #3, #4 and #6 Arraignment/Bail set for 4/3/2023 at 1:45 PM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. As to Defendant #5 Arraignment set for 4/17/2023 at 2:30 PM in Courtroom 9 before US Magistrate Judge Giselle Lopez-Soler. Defendant(s) under custody. (rim) (Main Document 29 replaced to correct setting as to def. #5 on 4/3/2023) (rim). (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/30/2023INDICTMENT as to Michael Vazquez (1) count(s) 1, 2, Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (2) count(s) 1, 2, Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (3) count(s) 1, 2, Johan Tirado-Agueda (4) count(s) 1, 2, Juan Marte (5) count(s) 1, 2, Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) count(s) 1, 2. (Attachments: # 1 NPV Indictment) (rim) (Entered: 03/31/2023)
3/30/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***Notice of Disclosure of Pretrial Services Report as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4). Pretrial Services Reports are made available to Defense Counsel and the Government. The Pretrial Reports are not public record, are not to be produced or disclosed to any other party, and shall remain confidential as provided in Title 18 U.S.C. 3153(c)(1), by USA, US Probation Office, Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (Castro, August) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/30/202326Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Preliminary/Bail as to Juan Marte (5) held on 3/30/2023. Present: AUSA Jawayria Auchter, defense counsel Richard Dansoh and USPO Gabriela Hernandez-Ramirez. The defendant was present, under custody and assisted by a certified court interpreter. Counsel Dansoh informed the Court that the defendant waived his right to a preliminary hearing and submitted the official form signed by the defendant. The Court accepted the defendant's waiver and found that there is probable cause to support the charges in the criminal complaint as to this defendant. The matter was referred to the GJ for further proceedings. As to bail, the defense did not request conditions of release but reserved the right to reopen the bail hearing in the future. The Government requested detention. After having heard the parties, the Court found that the defendant failed to rebut the presumption and ordered the defendant detained pending trial. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing set for 10:00. Hearing held at 10:21. Hearing ended at 10:32. Interpreter Lynmar Vera. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/30/2023WAIVER of Preliminary Hearing as to Juan Marte (5). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/30/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***Notice of Disclosure of Pretrial Services Report as to Juan Marte (5). Pretrial Services Reports are made available to Defense Counsel and the Government. The Pretrial Reports are not public record, are not to be produced or disclosed to any other party, and shall remain confidential as provided in Title 18 U.S.C. 3153(c)(1), by USA, US Probation Office, Juan Marte (Hernandez-Ramirez, Gabriela) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/30/2023)
3/29/2023***SELECTED PARTIES***Notice of Disclosure of Pretrial Services Report as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Pretrial Services Reports are made available to Defense Counsel and the Government. The Pretrial Reports are not public record, are not to be produced or disclosed to any other party, and shall remain confidential as provided in Title 18 U.S.C. 3153(c)(1), by USA, US Probation Office, Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (Nunez Diaz, Naysha) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/29/2023)
3/27/202322ORDER granting 21 Motion Requesting Order as to Juan Marte (5). Preliminary/Bail Hearing set for 3/30/2023 at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/27/2023. (aa) Modified on 3/30/2023 to edit hearing type (ecc). [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/27/2023)
3/25/2023 MOTION Requesting Order to Advance Arraignment/Bail Hearing by Juan Marte (5). Responses due by 4/10/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Dansoh, Richard) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/25/2023)
3/24/2023***SELECTED PARTIES*** NOTICE to MDC as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) re: Defendant's health conditions. Signed by Clerk on 3/20/2022. (Copy sent to MDC via email) (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/23/2023 NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Hector Sueiro-Alvarez appearing for Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1) (Sueiro-Alvarez, Hector) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/23/2023)
3/21/202310ORDER regarding 4 Motion for Leave to Appear Attorney as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (2). Noted and granted. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marcos E. Lopez on 3/21/2023. (mcc) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/202312ORDER APPOINTING FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1) Eric Vos for Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel appointed. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/22/2023)
3/20/2023*RESTRICTED* CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Michael Vasquez (3). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023.(aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023CJA 20 as to Michael Vasquez (3): Appointment of Attorney Juan M. Masini-Soler for Michael Vasquez. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023*RESTRICTED* CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Michael Vasquez (3). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023CJA 20 as to Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4): Appointment of Attorney Leonardo M. Aldridge for Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023*RESTRICTED* CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023CJA 20 as to Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6): Appointment of Attorney Miguel Oppenheimer for Alexander Montilla-Sanchez. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023*RESTRICTED* CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Johan Tirado-Agueda (2). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023 MOTION for Leave to Appear attorney Attorney: Ian Carlos Garcia Ferreras. by Johan Tirado-Agueda (2). Responses due by 4/3/2023. NOTE: Pursuant to FRCP 6(a) an additional three days does not apply to service done electronically. (Garcia-Ferreras, Ian) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/20/2023)
3/20/2023ORDER scheduling detention hearing as to Juan Marte (5). Defendant is TEMPORARILY DETAINED pending hearing. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/2023CJA 20 as to Juan Marte (5): Appointment of Attorney Richard O. Dansoh for Juan Marte. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan on 3/20/2023. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/24/2023)
3/20/202311Minute Entry for proceedings held before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan: Initial Appearance as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1), Johan Tirado-Agueda (2), Michael Vasquez (3), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6) held on 3/20/2023. Present: AUSA Damare Theriot, AFPD Hector Sueiro and Atty. Ian Garcia-Ferrera. The defendants were present, under custody and assisted by a certified court interpreter. The defendants were advised as to the charges in the Complaint, the maximum penalties that they are exposed to if convicted of those charges, and their rights. The Federal Public Defender was appointed to represent Defendant No. 1. Attorney Ian Garcia-Ferrera appeared as retained counsel for Defendant No. 2. Defendants No. 3-6 will be represented by attorneys from the CJA Panel. The Court ordered the defendants temporarily detained pending further proceedings. Pursuant to the Due Process Protections Act, Pub. L. No. 116-182, 134 Stat. 894 (Oct. 21, 2020) and Rule 5(f) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, the United States is reminded of its obligation to disclose in a timely manner all exculpatory evidence to the defendant[s], that is, all evidence that is favorable to the defendant[s] or tends to cast doubt on the United States' case, as required by Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963) and its progeny. Failure to comply with this order may result in consequences, including, but not limited to, the reversal of any conviction, the exclusion of evidence, adverse jury instructions, dismissal of charges, contempt proceedings, disciplinary action, and/or sanctions by the Court. Preliminary Examination/Bail Hearing set for 4/3/2023 at 1:45 PM in Courtroom 10 before US Magistrate Judge Marshal D. Morgan. A Notice to MDC regarding Defendant No. 6's medical conditions shall be issued. (Court Reporter DCR/Courtroom 10.) Hearing held at 04:10. Hearing ended at 05:02. Interpreter Iris Ramirez. (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/22/2023)
3/20/2023*RESTRICTED* CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Juan Marte (5). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023Arrest of Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1), Johan Tirado-Agueda (2), Michael Vasquez (3), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). (aa) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/21/2023)
3/20/2023NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Jawayria Zarreen Auchter appearing for USA. (Auchter, Jawayria) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/20/2023)
3/19/2023*RESTRICTED* Arrest Warrant Issued by US Magistrate Judge Marcos E. Lopez in case as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1), Johan Tirado-Agueda (2), Michael Vasquez (3), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). (idg) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/20/2023)
3/19/2023COMPLAINT as to Wilfre Manuel Reyes-Pimentel (1), Johan Tirado-Agueda (2), Michael Vasquez (3), Santo Cespedes-De Los Santos (4), Juan Marte (5), Alexander Montilla-Sanchez (6). (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit) (idg) [3:23-mj-00316-MEL] (Entered: 03/20/2023)