All parties present and in person for hearing to discuss modifications to defendant's conditions of release. Arguments presented. No new evidence presented.

After review of the motion and end of argument, the Court will modify defendant's conditions. Written order to follow.

The motion for continuance of trial 171 is granted. The case is continued to the joint criminal jury trial docket commencing 2/9/26 at 09:00 AM in Courtroom 8D, Kansas City before US District Judge Greg Kays.

The pretrial conference with Judge Counts is set on 1/20/26 at 9:00am in Courtroom 6E. The time of the hearing WILL change and a notice of hearing scheduling the time will be filed at least two weeks prior to the conference date.

On or before 6/27/25, the parties shall file any relevant pretrial motions. Any suggestions in opposition shall be filed within fourteen days from the date the motion is filed. See Order for additional deadlines. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 10/22/2024)

All parties present and ready for hearing. A motion for continuance of trial was filed by Robert Calbi for defendant Monty Mitchell on 10/16/2024 as doc. 171, requesting the case be continued from the 12/2/24 trial docket. Upon further discussion and consent by the parties, the Court will grant the motion and this matter will be continued to the 2/9/26 joint criminal trial docket. A written scheduling and trial order will follow. Discovery issues discussed.

Defendant pretrial motions to be filed by 6/27/25. Government responses due within fourteen days from the date the motion is filed. The Court will contact parties in July to set a status conference

The Court will contact parties regarding defendant Fisher's motion for hearing to Discuss U.S. Probation's Request for Modification of Conditions of Release (doc. 169). The Court is also reviewing doc. 176, Mark Cottman's motion to travel for one evening to Douglas county Kansas; and doc. 177 Jeffrey Hannah's motion to travel to St. Louis for son's band competition.

Counsel appearing for USA: Bradley Kavanaugh. Counsel appearing with defendant, Christopher W McGowen: Gregory Watt. Counsel appearing with defendant, Arthur Reynolds III, David Kelly. Counsel appearing with defendant Jeremiah Hahn: Todd Schultz. Counsel appearing with defendant, Charles E Smith, Jr (zoom): Jane Francis. Counsel appearing with defendant, John Travis Fisher (zoom): Shazzie Naseem. Counsel appearing for defendant, Robert W Miller (excused): John O'Connor. Counsel appearing for defendant, James W Prettyman (excused): Laura O'Sullivan. Counsel appearing with defendant, Monty L Mitchell (zoom): Robert. Calbi. Counsel appearing with defendant, Mark A Cottman (zoom): Lisa Nouri. Counsel appearing with defendant, John J Hahn: Jonathan Truesdale, Counsel appearing with defendant, Graham S Gattis: Joshuah Peter. Counsel appearing with defendant, Eric M Forsyth, Jr (zoom): Martin Warhurst. Counsel appearing with defendant, Bryan S Fletcher: Shawn Blair. Counsel appearing with defendant, Jeffrey S Hannah (zoom): Jonathan Bailey. Counsel appearing with defendant, Brandon S Hodge (zoom): Steve Patton. Counsel appearing with defendant, Alan M Thornton (zoom): Arimeta Dupree. Counsel appearing with defendant, Jarrid A Hammer: Blade Moore. Counsel appearing with defendant, Mark A Crump (zoom): Dione Greene.
Time in court: 10:19am to 10:58am. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Traci Chorny, 816-512-5789. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Chorny, Traci) Modified on 10/22/2024 to correct the trial docket date due to clerical error. **If parties agree, a motion for complex case should be filed sooner than later. The Court will suspend the deadline of thee budget filing, in anticipation of Jane Francis working with the budget coordinator on a date.** The NEF will be regenerated. (Chorny, Traci). (Entered: 10/22/2024)

Accelerated Jury Trial as to Arthur L Reynolds, III set for 12/2/2024 09:00 AM in Courtroom 8D, Kansas City (DGK) before District Judge Greg Kays. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/11/2024)

Initial Appearance, Arraignment and Detention Hearing set for 9/16/2024 10:00 AM in Courtroom 6E, Kansas City (LMC) before Magistrate Judge Lajuana M. Counts. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/10/2024)

Accelerated Jury Trial as to Eric M Forsyth, Jr set for 12/2/2024 09:00 AM in Courtroom 8D, Kansas City (DGK) before District Judge Greg Kays. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/09/2024)

Defendant waives formal reading of the indictment filed against him on 8/7/24. Court summarizes the charges, penalties and rights. Defendant was arrested in the District of Nevada, where after a detention hearing they released him on bond. CJA Martin Warhust is assigned as counsel. *The court notes that a financial affidavit still needs to be completed*.

Counsel for defendant enters a plea of not guilty for Counts 3 and 4 of the 5 count indictment. Defendant is joined with co-defendants on the 12/2/24 joint criminal trial docket.

Parties are reminded that this case will be a voluntary discovery case. Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a). Notice pursuant to the Due Process Protections Act stated on the record.

Scheduling Conference set for 10/22/2024 10:15 AM via Zoom Video Teleconference before Magistrate Judge Lajuana M. Counts.

The Court adopts the District of Nevada's conditions of release filed 8/16/24, however modifications in paragraph 7 of the conditions were made and will be filed.

Counsel appearing for USA: Bradley Kavanaugh. Counsel appearing with Defendant: Martin Warhurst. Time in court: 1:31pm to 1:56pm. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Traci Chorny, 816-512-5789. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/09/2024)

Initial Appearance and Arraignment set for 9/9/2024 at 01:30 PM in Courtroom 6E, Kansas City (LMC) before Magistrate Judge Lajuana M. Counts. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/05/2024)

The scheduling conference set for Tuesday, October 22, 2024 has been cancelled as it was scheduled prematurely. Defendant's arraignment has not been held (it is scheduled). (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/04/2024)

Accelerated Jury Trial as to Jeremiah Z Hahn set for 12/2/2024 09:00 AM in Courtroom 8D, Kansas City (DGK) before District Judge Greg Kays. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 09/04/2024)

Initial Appearance and Arraignment set for 9/11/2024 at 11:00 AM in Courtroom 6E, Kansas City (LMC) before Magistrate Judge Lajuana M. Counts. (Chorny, Traci) (Entered: 08/26/2024)

All parties present. Defendant is present, on bond, with counsel. Defendant advised of the charges, penalties and his rights. The Court confirmed the Government's obligations under Brady and its progeny and advised of consequences for failing to abide by the same; written order to follow.

Defendant advises he has a copy of the Indictment, understands the charges, penalties and his rights; waives formal reading of the Indictment and enters a plea of not guilty. This is a voluntary discovery case. Discovery scope and status discussed.

This case is joined with co-defendants to 12/2/2024 trial docket. Judge Counts' staff will reach out to schedule the date and time for the scheduling conference. If additional time is needed, counsel shall file the appropriate motion. Written order forthcoming.

Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a).

Being no objection by either party, the Court modifies conditions of release and will reissue. Court reviews conditions. Defendant confirms understanding. PTS to meet with defendant after this hearing.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh. Det. Steve Cook also present. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Shazzie Naseem. Blake Saffels also present. Pretrial/Probation Officer: Tanis Humig. Time in court: 11:00 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Lauren Stout, 816-512-5064. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Stout, Lauren) (Entered: 08/23/2024)

All parties present. Defendants are present, in custody, with counsel. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Appointed counsel are reminded to assist Defendants with completing and filing the Affidavit of Financial Status (Form CJA23 - revised).

Defendants advise they have a copy of the Indictment, understand the charges, penalties and their rights; waive formal reading of the Indictment and enter pleas of not guilty. This is a voluntary discovery case. Discovery scope and status discussed.

This case is joined with co-defendants to 12/2/2024 trial docket. Judge Counts' staff will reach out to schedule the date and time for the scheduling conference. If additional time is needed, counsel shall file the appropriate motion. Written order forthcoming.

Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a).

Detention hearing held: Parties stipulate to the Pretrial Services Report as being the direct testimony of Pretrial Services Officer. Government proffers. Defense Counsel for Defendant (16) proffers. No further evidence presented. Arguments presented.

Defendant (10): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. Nevertheless, the Court further found that no condition or combination of conditions of release would reasonably assure the safety of the community. Defendant ordered detained pending further proceedings. Defendant remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals. Written detention order forthcoming.

Defendant (16): After hearing arguments, the Court found that there are conditions or a combination of conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of the community and the appearance of the defendant. Court sets an unsecured bond in the amount of $5,000 to be cosigned by a court-approved individual prior to release. Conditions of release reviewed with defendant. Defendant confirms understanding of bond conditions. PTS to meet with defendant after this hearing. Defendant remanded to U.S. Marshals until conditions are met.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh and Robert Smith. Detective Tim Sims and Detective Steve Cook also present. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Jonathon Truesdale for Defendant (10), and Arimeta DuPree for Defendant (16). Pretrial/Probation Officer: Penney Hodges and Tara Westerhof. Time in court: 9:31 a.m. to 10:06 a.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Lauren Stout, 816-512-5064. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Stout, Lauren) (Entered: 08/21/2024)

All parties present. Defendants are present, in custody, with counsel. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Appointed counsel are reminded to assist Defendants with completing and filing the Affidavit of Financial Status (Form CJA23 - revised).

Defendants advise they have a copy of the Indictment, understand the charges, penalties and their rights; waive formal reading of the Indictment and enter pleas of not guilty. This is a voluntary discovery case. Discovery scope and status discussed.

This case is joined with co-defendants to 12/2/2024 trial docket. Judge Counts' staff will reach out to schedule the date and time for the scheduling conference. If additional time is needed, counsel shall file the appropriate motion. Written order forthcoming.

Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a).

Detention hearing held: Parties stipulate to the Pretrial Services Report as being the direct testimony of Pretrial Services Officer. Defendant (07) provides clarification, and proffers. Defendant (08) provides corrections/updates, and proffers. PTS provides information. Government objects to Defendant (08)'s proffer. No further evidence presented. Court notes the rebuttable presumption applies. Arguments presented. Government responds to Defendant (07)'s proffer.

Defendant (07): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. The Court further found that there are conditions or a combination of conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of the community and the appearance of the defendant. Court sets an unsecured bond in the amount of $5,000 to be cosigned by a court-approved individual prior to release. Home plan must be approved by PTS prior to release. Conditions of release reviewed with defendant. Defendant confirms understanding of bond conditions. PTS to meet with defendant after this hearing. Defendant remanded to U.S. Marshals until conditions are met.

Defendant (08): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. The Court further found that there are conditions or a combination of conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of the community and the appearance of the defendant. Court sets an unsecured bond in the amount of $5,000. Conditions of release reviewed with defendant. Defendant confirms understanding of bond conditions. PTS to meet with defendant after this hearing. Defendant remanded to U.S. Marshals until conditions are met.

Counsel appearing for USA: Mike Green. Detective Tim Sims also present. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Sarah Hess for Defendant (07), and Robert Calbi for Defendant (08). Pretrial/Probation Officer: Monica Holsteen. Time in court: 3:23 p.m. to 4:16 p.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Lauren Stout, 816-512-5064. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Stout, Lauren) (Entered: 08/21/2024)

All parties present. Defendants are present, in custody, with counsel. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Appointed counsel are reminded to assist Defendants with completing and filing the Affidavit of Financial Status (Form CJA23 - revised).

Defendants advise they have a copy of the Indictment, understand the charges, penalties and their rights; waive formal reading of the Indictment and enter pleas of not guilty. This is a voluntary discovery case. Discovery scope and status discussed.

This case is joined with co-defendants to 12/2/2024 trial docket. Judge Counts' staff will reach out to schedule the date and time for the scheduling conference. If additional time is needed, counsel shall file the appropriate motion. Written order forthcoming.

Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a).

Detention hearing held: Parties stipulate to the Pretrial Services Report as being the direct testimony of Pretrial Services Officer. Government proffers. Defendant (14) responds to Government's proffer, and proffers. No further evidence presented. Court notes the rebuttable presumption applies. Arguments presented.

Brief recess: 1:29 p.m. - 1:38 p.m.

Defendant (13): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. Nevertheless, the Court further found that no condition or combination of conditions of release would reasonably assure the safety of the community. Defendant ordered detained pending further proceedings. Defendant remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals. Written detention order forthcoming.

Defendant (14): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. The Court further found that there are conditions or a combination of conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of the community and the appearance of the defendant. Court sets an unsecured bond in the amount of $5,000. Conditions of release reviewed with defendant. Defendant confirms understanding of bond conditions. PTS to meet with defendant after this hearing. Defendant remanded to U.S. Marshals until conditions are met.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh and Robert Smith. Detective Steve Cook and Detective Tim Sims also present. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Shawn Blair for Defendant (13) and Jon Bailey for Defendant (14). Pretrial/Probation Officer: Monica Holsteen. Time in court: 1:00 p.m. to 1:46 p.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Lauren Stout, 816-512-5064. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Stout, Lauren) (Entered: 08/20/2024)

All parties present. Defendants are present, in custody, with counsel. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Appointed counsel are reminded to assist Defendants with completing and filing the Affidavit of Financial Status (Form CJA23 - revised).

Defendants advise they have a copy of the Indictment, understand the charges, penalties and their rights; waive formal reading of the Indictment and enter pleas of not guilty. This is a voluntary discovery case. Discovery scope and status discussed.

This case is joined with co-defendants to 12/2/2024 trial docket. Judge Counts' staff will reach out to schedule the date and time for the scheduling conference. If additional time is needed, counsel shall file the appropriate motion. Written order forthcoming.

Parties request all discovery they are entitled to under the rules, the constitution and case law. Parties are reminded of the meet and confer obligations under Rule 16.1(a).

Detention hearing held: Parties stipulate to the Pretrial Services Report as being the direct testimony of Pretrial Services Officer. Defendants (01) and (04) provide corrections. Government proffers. No further evidence presented. Court notes the rebuttable presumption applies. Arguments presented.

Brief recess: 10:45 a.m. - 10:59 a.m.

Defendant (01): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. The Court further found that no condition or combination of conditions of release would reasonably assure the safety of the community. Defendant ordered detained pending further proceedings. Defendant remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals. Written detention order forthcoming.

Defendant (04): After hearing arguments, the Court found the defendant has overcome the presumption. The Court further found that there are conditions or a combination of conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of the community and the appearance of the defendant. Court sets an unsecured bond in the amount of $5,000 to be cosigned by a court-approved individual prior to release. Conditions of release reviewed with defendant. Defendant confirms understanding of bond conditions. PTS to meet with defendant after hearing. Defendant remanded to U.S. Marshals until conditions are met.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh and Robert Smith. Detective Steve Cook and Detective Tim Sims also present. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Al White for Defendant (01) and Jane Francis for Defendant (04). Pretrial/Probation Officer: Tanis Humig. Time in court: 10:12 a.m. to 11:08 a.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Lauren Stout, 816-512-5064. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Stout, Lauren) (Entered: 08/20/2024)

All parties present and ready for hearing. Defendants present in custody with counsel. Defendants have received a copy of the Indictment. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Each Defendant requests court-appointed counsel. Court grants oral motions to appoint counsel; written orders to follow. CJA -23 forms to be completed and filed for each defendant.

Court advised the defendants of their rights pursuant to FRCP 5(d)(1)(F). As required by Rule 5(f), the Court orders the United States to produce all exculpatory evidence to the Defendant pursuant to Brady v. Maryland and its progeny. Not doing so in a timely manner may result in sanctions, exclusion of evidence, adverse jury instructions, dismissal of charges, disciplinary action, and contempt proceedings.

Bail not set; a motion for detention hearing and for continuance of hearing filed by Government; continuance GRANTED.

Arraignment and Detention hearings set for 8/20/2024 02:00 PM in Courtroom 6D, Kansas City before Magistrate Judge W. Brian Gaddy.

Defendants remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal and temporarily detained, pending arraignment and detention hearings.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh and Robert Smith. Counsel appearing for Defendant: P.J. O'Connor for Dft (06), Steve Patton for Dft (15). Time in court: 3:30 p.m. to 3:42 p.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Joella Baldwin, 816-512-5052. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Baldwin, Joella) Modified on 8/19/2024 to reflect correct hearing date. (Baldwin, Joella). (Entered: 08/16/2024)

All parties present and ready for hearing. Defendants present in custody with counsel. Defendant have received a copy of the Indictment. Defendants advised of the charges, penalties and their rights. Each Defendant requests court-appointed counsel. Court grants oral motions to appoint counsel; written orders to follow. CJA -23 forms to be completed and filed for each defendant.

Court advised the defendants of rights pursuant to FRCP 5(d)(1)(F). As required by Rule 5(f), the Court orders the United States to produce all exculpatory evidence to the Defendant pursuant to Brady v. Maryland and its progeny. Not doing so in a timely manner may result in sanctions, exclusion of evidence, adverse jury instructions, dismissal of charges, disciplinary action, and contempt proceedings.

Bail not set; a motion for detention hearing and for continuance of hearing filed by Government; continuance GRANTED.

Arraignment/detention hearings to be set via separate notice.

Defendants remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal and temporarily detained, pending arraignment and detention hearings.

Counsel appearing for USA: Brad Kavanaugh and Robert Smith. Counsel appearing for Defendant: Robert Calbi for Dft (08); Shawn Blair for Dft (13). Time in court: 3:04 p.m. to 3:18 p.m. To order a transcript of this hearing please contact Joella Baldwin, 816-512-5052. This is a TEXT ONLY ENTRY. No document is attached. (Baldwin, Joella) (Entered: 08/15/2024)