USA v. Cammarano et al

1:18-cr-00015 | New York Southern District Court

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Division Foley Square
Judge Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein
Filed Jan. 12, 2018
Terminated April 6, 2021
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Filing Date # Docket Text
10/30/2023 ORDER DENYING 2255 PETITION as to Joseph Sabella. Because "the motion and the files and records of the case conclusively show that the prisoner is entitled to no relief," no fact hearing is necessary. 28 U.S.C. § 2255(6). Sabell a' s petition is denied. I decline to issue a Certificate of Appealability because Petitioner has "not made a substantial showing of the denial of a constitutional right," 28 U.S.C. § 2253(c) (2), and because Petitioner has f ailed to identify a claim that jurists of reason would find debatable as to whether Petitioner was denied such a right. See Slack v. McDaniel, 529 U.S. 473,478 (2000). The Clerk shall mark the case closed. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/30/23)(jw)
8/11/2023Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document, Sealed Document
2/13/2023Remark
12/5/2022Appeal Record Sent to USCA - Electronic File, Transmission of Notice of Appeal and Docket Sheet to USCA
12/5/2022Notice of Appeal - Final Judgment
12/2/2022USCA Mandate - Final Judgment Appeal
11/17/2022Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief
11/15/2022Miscellaneous Relief
9/28/2022 ORDER DENYING DEFENDANT'S SECOND MOTION FOR COMPASSIONATE RELEASE 796 Defendant Eugene Castelle ("Castelle") was convicted by a jury of participating in an illegal gambling business in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1955, attempted extortion in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1951, and participating in a racketeering conspiracy in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1962(d). (ECF No. 659.). He is serving a 77-month sentence. Because Castelle has not shown extraordinary and compelling reasons"warranting a reduction in sentence, and the relevant Section 3553(a) factors militate against a sentence reduction, the motion is denied. The Clerk of Court shall terminate ECF No. 796. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/28/22) (jw)
9/28/2022Reply (non-motion)
9/15/2022Response in Opposition to Motion
8/23/2022USCA Mandate - Final Judgment Appeal
8/23/2022 ORDER as to Eugene Castelle: On August 12, 2022 Defendant Eugene Castelle filed a second motion for compassionate release. The Government shall file a response by September 16, 2022. (Responses due by 9/16/2022) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/23/2022) (ap)
8/22/2022Miscellaneous Relief
4/21/2022 ORDER as to (18-Cr-15-3) Joseph Sabella. Currently, ECF No. 762 is marked as an open motion. However, ECF No. 762 was a reply brief related to Defendant's motion for compassionate release. I denied that motion on February 25, 2021, see ECF No . 747, and Defendant appealed. Likewise, Defendant's motion to vacate pursuant to § 2255 was denied on November 25, 2020. ECF No. 721. Because ECF No. 762 amounts to a reply brief related to motions that have already been denied, the Clerk shall terminate ECF No. 762. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/21/2022)(bw)
4/13/2022ORDER as to George Tropiano: Currently, ECF No. 774 is marked as open. However, that motion was resolved by ECF No. 782. Accordingly, the Clerk shall terminate ECF No. 774. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/13/2022) (lnl)
2/2/2022Endorsed Letter
1/28/2022Probation Form
1/28/2022Probation Form
1/27/2022Appeal Record Sent to USCA - Electronic File, Transmission of Notice of Appeal and Docket Sheet to USCA, Appeal Remark
1/27/2022Notice of Appeal - Final Judgment
1/20/2022 ORDER DENYING REQUEST FOR COUNSEL as to Eugene Castelle. On January 7, 2022 Defendant Eugene Castelle moved for appointment for counsel to provide assistance in connection with his petition for habeas corpus. ECF No. 787. On January 18, 2022 I i ssued an order denying Castelle's petition and canceled the hearing scheduled for January 19, 2022. ECF No. 788. However, Castelle's January 7 motion remains pending, even though the underlying motion has been decided. Accordingly, Castelle's motion for counsel is denied as moot, and the Clerk shall terminate ECF No. 787. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/20/2022) (ap)
1/18/2022 ORDER AND OPINION DENYING WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS as to Eugene Castelle... Accordingly, the petition for a writ of habeas corpus is denied. Because I find Petitioner's arguments meritless, his emergency motion for bond is denied as moot. The Cle rk of the Court shall terminate the motions (ECF Nos. 767, 771,2 783). Additionally, the hearing conference scheduled for January 19, 2022 is canceled. I also decline to issue a Certificate of Appealability because Petitioner has "not made a sub stantial showing of the denial of a constitutional right," 28 U.S.C. § 2253(c) (2), and because Petitioner has failed to identify a claim that jurists of reason would find debatable as to whether Petitioner was denied such a right. See Slackv. McDaniel, 529 U.S. 473,478 (2000). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/18/22)(jbo)
1/7/2022Appoint Counsel
12/29/2021 SCHEDULING ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. The parties are hereby ordered to appear for a remote hearing on January 19, 2022, at 12:00 p.m., which will be held via the following call-in number: Call-in number: 888-363-4749, Access code: 7518680. (Status Conference set for 1/19/2022 at 12:00 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/29/2021) (See ORDER set forth) (ap)
11/19/2021PETITIONER'S REPLY TO GOVERNMENT'S OPPOSITION TO RELEASE ON BOND. Document filed by (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. Dated: November 12, 2021. [*** NOTE: Refer to civil case 1:21-CV-4694(AKH) also. ***] (bw) (Entered: 11/23/2021)
11/12/2021LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Nov. 12, 2021 re: 783 MOTION Emergency Motion for Release on Bond.. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 11/12/2021)
11/5/2021EMERGENCY MOTION for Release on Bond Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (jw) (Entered: 11/09/2021)
10/26/2021ORDER as to George Tropiano: David K. Bertan is appointed to represent George Tropiano in connection with his application for compassionate release, Nunc Pro Tunc, to May 11, 2020. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/26/2021) (lnl) (Entered: 10/26/2021)
10/4/2021781SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (jus) (Entered: 10/04/2021)
10/4/2021First Supplemental ROA Sent to USCA (Electronic File). USCA Case Number 21-1048, Certified Supplemental Indexed record on Appeal Electronic Files as to Joseph Sabella re: 780 Order on Motion for Leave to Appeal In Forma Pauperis were transmitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals. (nd) (Entered: 10/04/2021)
10/1/2021ORDER 779 Motion for Leave to Appeal In Forma Pauperis as to Joseph Sabella. On October 29, 2020 Defendant Joseph Sabella filed a motion for compassionate release and reduction of sentence. (ECF 710). On February 25, 2021 I denied that motion. (ECF 747). Defendant now appeals my denial and has moved for leave to proceed in forma pauperis (IFP). (ECF 779). In an order dated September 30, 2021 the Second Circuit held the IFP motion and directed the motion transferred to me, citing Fed. R. App. P. 24(a)(1) and (5). (ECF 778). I have reviewed Defendants motion to proceed IFP and grant the motion. The clerk shall terminate the motion (ECF 779) and transfer this determination to the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/1/21) (jw) (Entered: 10/04/2021)
9/30/2021MOTION for Leave to Appeal In Forma Pauperis. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (tp) (Entered: 09/30/2021)
9/30/2021ORDER of USCA (Certified Copy) as to Joseph Sabella re: 757 Notice of Appeal - Final Judgment USCA Case Number 21-1048. Appellant, pro se, moves for leave to proceed in forma pauperis ("IFP"). The district court must rule on Appellant's IFP status for appeal before the Court of Appeals can address the motion. See Fed. R. App. P. 24(a)(1) and (5). IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the IFP motion is held in abeyance in this Court. The Clerk is directed to transfer the IFP motion to the district court for determination of IFP status. Upon receipt of the district court's determination, this Court will address Appellant's motion. Catherine O'Hagan Wolfe, Clerk USCA for the Second Circuit, Clerk USCA. Certified: 9/30/2021. (tp) (Entered: 09/30/2021)
9/30/2021ORDER of USCA (Certified Copy) as to Joseph Sabella re: 757 Notice of Appeal - Final Judgment USCA Case Number 21-1048. Appellant, pro se, moves for leave to proceed in forma pauperis ("IFP"). The district court must rule on Appellant's IFP status for appeal before the Court of Appeals can address the motion. See Fed. R. App. P. 24(a)(1) and (5). IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the IFP motion is held in abeyance in this Court. The Clerk is directed to transfer the IFP motion to the district court for determination of IFP status. Upon receipt of the district court's determination, this Court will address Appellant's motion. Catherine O'Hagan Wolfe, Clerk USCA for the Second Circuit, Clerk USCA. Certified: 9/30/2021. (tp) (Entered: 09/30/2021)
8/11/2021MOVANT'S REPLY TO RESPONDENT'S OPPOSITION TO MOTION UNDER 28 USC SECTION 2255 by Eugene Castelle. Refer to 21 cv 4694 (AKH)(jw) (Entered: 08/11/2021)
7/21/2021MEMORANDUM in Opposition by USA as to Eugene Castelle re 767 MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 07/21/2021)
7/13/2021 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated July 13, 2021 re: Issue order of assignmet . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order Proposed Order)(Bertan, David) (Entered: 07/13/2021)
6/25/2021ORDER as to Eugene Castelle: Petitioner Eugene Castelle moves to direct the Clerk to provide him a copy of the declaration filed by Gerald J. McMahon, Esq. (ECF No. 767). See ECF No. 771. Petitioner's motion is denied as moot. The Clerk will mail the document in due course. The United States Attorney's Office also should mail a copy to him. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/25/2021) (21 Civ. 4694 (AKH)) (A copy of this ORDER was mailed by the Clerk's Office on 6/25/2021 to Eugene Castelle, Reg. No. 00633-748, Federal Correctional Institution, 33 1/2 Pembroke Road, Danbury, CT 06811) (lnl) (Entered: 06/25/2021)
6/23/2021DECLARATION of EUGENE CASTELLE in Support re: 771 NOTICE OF MOTION: Pursuant to Rule 6(b) of the Rules Governing Section 2255 Proceedings direct the Clerk to provide Petitioner with a copy of Declaration filed by Gerald J. McMahon, Esq. (Doc. 767). Document filed by (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. [*** NOTE: Also docketed in civil case 21-Cv-4694(AKH), Doc.#6. ***] (bw) (Entered: 06/24/2021)
6/23/2021NOTICE OF MOTION: Pursuant to Rule 6(b) of the Rules Governing Section 2255 Proceedings direct the Clerk to provide Petitioner with a copy of Declaration filed by Gerald J. McMahon, Esq. (Doc. 767). Document filed by (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. [*** NOTE: Also docketed in civil case 21-Cv-4694(AKH), Doc.#5. ***] (bw) (Entered: 06/24/2021)
6/9/2021DECLARATION of Gerald J McMahon in Opposition as to Eugene Castelle re: 767 MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 06/09/2021)
6/8/2021ORDER TO ANSWER, 28 U.S.C. § 2255 as to Eugene Castelle... The Court, having concluded that the motion brought under 28 U.S.C. 2255 should not be summarily dismissed as being without merit, hereby ORDERS that: The Clerk of Court shall electronically notify the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York that this Order has been issued. Within sixty days of the date of this order, the U.S. Attorney's Office shall file an answer or other pleadings in response to the motion. Movant shall have thirty days from the date on which Movant is served with Respondent's answer to file a response. Absent further order, the motion will be considered fully submitted as of that date. All further papers filed or submitted for filing must include the criminal docket number and will be docketed in the criminal case. Refer to 21 cv 4694 (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/8/21)(jw) (Entered: 06/08/2021)
6/4/2021TRANSCRIPT REQUEST by Joseph Sabella No transcript ordered. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/04/2021)
5/25/2021 MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (rdz)
Civil case 1:21-cv-04694 opened. (Entered: 05/26/2021)
5/7/2021ORDER GRANTING MOTION FOR COMPASSIONATE RELEASE as to Ernest Montevecchi: Montevecchi's motion for compassionate release is granted. The Court resentences Montevecchi to time served plus 36 months of supervised release under the conditions in the original judgment. The mandatory conditions, standard conditions, and special conditions of supervised release from Montevecchi's original sentence are hereby imposed. The Government is ordered to release Montevecchi from custody by 2:00 p.m. following the date of this Order. Montevecchi should report to the probation the next day. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/7/2021) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) Modified on 5/10/2021 (ap). (Entered: 05/07/2021)
5/5/2021INTERNET CITATION NOTE as to Eugene Castelle: Material from decision with Internet citation re: 752 Order on Motion to Reduce Sentence. (sjo) (Entered: 05/05/2021)
5/5/2021 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated May 5, 2021 re: 758 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release . re: commutation . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit covid test results, # 2 Exhibit covid vaccination record)(Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 05/05/2021)
5/4/2021MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi on re: 761 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated May 4, 2021 re: 758 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release...ENDORSEMENT...By noon tomorrow, May 5, 2021, Defendant shall show proof of complete vaccination and presence of COVID antibodies from prior illness. By 4:00pm. tomorrow, May 5, 2021, the Government shall file any objections (Government Responses due by 5/5/2021) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/4/21)(jw) (Entered: 05/04/2021)
5/4/2021 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated May 4, 2021 re: 758 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release . re: commutation . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 05/04/2021)
5/4/2021LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated May 4, 2021 re: 758 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release .. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 05/04/2021)
5/3/2021PRO SE REPLY MOTION TO THE GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE IN OPPOSITION. Document filed by (18-Cr-15-3) Joseph Sabella. Dated: April 26, 2021. (bw) (Entered: 05/04/2021)
4/30/2021MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi on re: 758 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release...ENDORSEMENT...The Government is ordered to respond by Wednesday, May 5, 2021 (Government Responses due by 5/5/2021) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/30/21)(jw) (Entered: 04/30/2021)
4/29/2021 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 29, 2021 re: compassionate release . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 04/29/2021)
4/26/2021Appeal Record Sent to USCA (Electronic File). Certified Indexed record on Appeal Electronic Files as to Joseph Sabella re: 757 Notice of Appeal were transmitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals. (nd) (Entered: 04/26/2021)
4/26/2021Transmission of Notice of Appeal and Certified Copy of Docket Sheet as to Joseph Sabella to US Court of Appeals re: 757 Notice of Appeal. (nd) (Entered: 04/26/2021)
4/23/2021ORDER as to Joseph Sabella re: 748 and 754 MOTION for Extension of Time to File. Defendant's notice of intent to appeal is converted to a notice of appeal, as of its date, March 20, 2021. Defendant's appeal is from my order of February 25, 2021 (ECF No. 747), denying his motion for compassionate release. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the slowness of the mails, Defendants filing out of time is excused. Fed. R. App. P. 4(b). The Clerk of Court shall terminate the open motions (ECF Nos. 748, 754). (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/23/21)(jw) (Entered: 04/26/2021)
4/23/2021ORDER as to Joseph Sabella: Defendant's notice of intent to appeal is converted to a notice of appeal, as of its date, March 20, 2021. Defendant's appeal is from my order of February 25, 2021 (ECF No. 747), denying his motion for compassionate release. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the slowness of the mails, Defendant's filing out of time is excused. Fed. R. App. P. 4(b). The Clerk of Court shall terminate the open motions (ECF Nos. 748, 754). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/23/2021)(Re: 20 Civ. 5498 (AKH)) (lnl) (Entered: 04/23/2021)
4/5/2021NOTICE OF APPEAL by Joseph Sabella from 747 Order. (nd) (Entered: 04/26/2021)
4/5/2021 MOTION for Extension of Time to File Notice of Appeal. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (nd) (Entered: 04/20/2021)
3/30/2021ORDER DENYING MOTION TO REDUCE SENTENCE 744 Motion to Reduce Sentence as to Eugene Castelle. Defendant Eugene Castelle moves to reduce his sentence, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A). Castelle contends that his current health conditions, the conditions of his confinement, and the needs of his children constitute "extraordinary and compelling" circumstances warranting compassionate release. See ECF No. 744. In sum, Castelle's motion to reduce his sentence is denied. The Clerk of Court shall terminate the open motion (ECF No. 744). (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/30/21) (jw) (Entered: 03/30/2021)
3/26/2021 REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by Eugene Castelle re 744 EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence .. (Letter re Request for Medical Assistance) (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 03/26/2021)
3/17/2021 REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by Eugene Castelle re 744 EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence .. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 03/17/2021)
3/15/2021LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Mar. 15, 2021 re: 744 EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence .. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 03/15/2021)
3/15/2021 MOTION In Reply To The Government's Response to the Compassionate Release Petition Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 03/15/2021)
3/12/2021JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to John Pennisi (11). The Defendant pleaded guilty to count 1. All open counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: time served. The defendant is notified of his right to appeal. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 5 Years. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/3/2021) (lnl) (Entered: 04/06/2021)
3/12/2021DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to John Pennisi (11) Count 2. (lnl) (Entered: 04/06/2021)
2/25/2021747ORDER denying 710 Motion \\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\\\\\\\\\\ re: 710 MOTION For Compassionate Release and Reduction of Sentence Pursuant to 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(B). as to Joseph Sabella (3)The motion is denied. As the government point out in its opposition, Sabellas sentence of 87 months was fully justified by his life of racketeering activity and extortions. Sabella argues that he has tested positive for the COVID virus, that jail provisions for quarantine are inadequate, that he has a back condition that is not being properly treated, and that his wife is ill and needs his assistance to raise their children. All this may be true, but there is no indication that his prison has failed to address his medical needs. The government argues that defendant remains a danger to the community and, based on his criminal history, I cannot dispute the argument. His acceptance of responsibility for his crimes is no assurance that he has forsworn membership and activity in the Bonnano crime family. In short, extraordinary and compelling circumstances have not been shown, and defendants motion for compassionate release is denied.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on feb, 25m 2021) (Hellerstein, Alvin) (Entered: 02/25/2021)
2/23/2021MEMORANDUM in Support by Eugene Castelle re 744 EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence .. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021DECLARATION of Richard Levitt in Support as to Eugene Castelle re: 744 EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, Letter to Warden, # 2 Exhibit B, Letter from Jaime Rana, # 3 Exhibit C, Letter from Catherine Ferrentino, # 4 Exhibit D, Job Offer, # 5 Exhibit E, Sentencing Transcript, # 6 Exhibit F, BOP Medical Records, # 7 Exhibit G, Danbury Hospital Records, # 8 Exhibit H, COVID-19 Test Results, # 9 Exhibit I, MRI Test Results, # 10 Exhibit J, CR Request to BOP)(Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021EMERGENCY MOTION to Reduce Sentence . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/23/2021MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella (3) on 742 Motion re: 742 MOTION For an Extension of Time to File A Reply To The Government's Response In Opposition. ENDORSEMENT: So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/23/2021) (Re: 20cv5498) (lnl) (Entered: 02/23/2021)
2/19/2021 MOTION For an Extension of Time to File A Reply To The Government's Response In Opposition Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 02/19/2021)
2/8/2021INTERNET CITATION NOTE as to Ernest Montevecchi: Material from decision with Internet citation re: 694 Order, Terminate Motions. (sjo) (Entered: 02/08/2021)
1/22/2021 RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Joseph Sabella re: 701 AMENDED MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 01/22/2021)
1/8/2021MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle (10) on 737 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Jan. 6, 2021 re: Expiration of Defendant Castelle's Bail Pending Appeal and Request for Immediate Surrender Order. ENDORSEMENT: The Defendant shall surrender to the facility designated by BOP three business days after such designation, at 2:00 p.m. that date. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/7/2021) (ap) (Entered: 01/08/2021)
1/7/2021LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard Levitt dated 01/07/2021 re: 737 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Jan. 6, 2021 re: Expiration of Defendant Castelle's Bail Pending Appeal and Request for Immediate Surrender Order .. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 01/07/2021)
1/6/2021 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Jan. 6, 2021 re: Expiration of Defendant Castelle's Bail Pending Appeal and Request for Immediate Surrender Order . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 01/06/2021)
1/6/2021MANDATE of USCA (Certified Copy) as to Eugene Castelle re: 660 Notice of Appeal. USCA Case Number 19-3560. UPON DUE CONSIDERATION, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, ADJUDGED, AND DECREED that the district courts judgment is AFFIRMED... Catherine O'Hagan Wolfe, Clerk USCA for the Second Circuit. Issued As Mandate: 1/6/2021. (nd) (Entered: 01/06/2021)
1/6/2021MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella re: The Government writes to respectfully request a two-week adjournment of the date by which it must file its opposition to Joseph Sabella's motion pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2255 to vacate, set aside, or correct his sentence (the 2255 Motion). The Government's opposition is currently due on Friday, January 8, 2021, and Sabellas reply is due on January 29, 2021...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED (Defendant Replies due by 2/12/2021., Government Responses due by 1/22/2021) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/6/2021)(jw) (Entered: 01/06/2021)
1/5/2021 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated January 5, 2021 re: Request for Extension of Time Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 01/05/2021)
12/10/2020AFFIDAVIT of Joseph R. Corozzo, Esq. by Joseph Sabella re: 721 Order, Set Deadlines/Hearings,,,,. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 12/10/2020)
12/4/2020Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 11/12/2020 for John Pennisi (11) Count 1. Telephonic sentencing held. All parties pres. by phone; Deft. pres. w/atty. Anthony Strazza; AUSA, Hagan Scotten pres.; Court reporter pres.; Deft sentenced to time served; 5 years supervised release; $100 Special Assessment; See judgment for special conditions. (Sentencing held and filed under seal on 11/12/2020) (lnl) (Entered: 04/06/2021)
12/4/2020Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Change of Plea Hearing as to John Pennisi held on 5/16/2019. Deft. pres. w/atty. Anthony Strazza; AUSA, Hagan Scotten pres.; Court reporter pres.; Deft. w/draws previous plea of not guilty and enters a plea of guilty to count 1; Sentencing/Control date set for 12/6/19; Deft. cont'd. on bail. Plea entered by John Pennisi (11) Guilty as to Count 1. (Plea held and filed under seal on 5/16/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 04/06/2021)
12/4/2020 Redacted letter as to John Pennisi. (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 Redacted 5K Letter as to John Pennisi. (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 REdacted Letter from Defendant as to John Pennisi. (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 Redacted letter from parent as to John Pennisi. (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 REdacted Sentencing Transcript as to John Pennisi. (For hearing dated 5/16/19) (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 Redacted Sentencing Memorandum as to John Pennisi. (Filed under seal on 3/23/20) (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020 Redacted Sentencing Transcript as to John Pennisi. (For 11/12/20 teleconference) (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by John Pennisi. (Filed under seal on 5/16/19) (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020S(9) INFORMATION (Felony) filed as to John Pennisi (11) count(s) 1, 2. (jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/4/2020ORDER as to John Pennisi unsealing the S(9) superseding information. (Signed by Judge William H. Pauley, III on 12/4/20)(jm) (Entered: 12/15/2020)
12/2/2020 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated December 2, 2020 re: Letter in Response to Motion for Compassionate Release Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 12/02/2020)
11/25/2020ORDER as to Joseph Sabella. Defendant Joseph Sabella have filed a motion and amended motion to vacate his sentence pursuant to28 U.S.C. 2255 (ECF Nos. 699, 701), have waived attorney-client privilege, and have stated as ground of his claims of inadequate representation by counsel in the respects referred to in his motion. Counsel to the defendant, Joseph R. Corozzo, Esq., is ordered to file, by December 18, 2020, an affidavit responding to such claims and describing his conversations with the defendant leading to his decision to plead guilty. The government shall file its position by January 8, 2021. Defendant shall file his reply by January 29, 2021. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/25/2020)(bw) (Entered: 11/30/2020)
11/20/2020718ORDER denying 714 LETTER MOTION Reconsideration: compassionate release as to Ernest Montevecchi (9)The conditions arguing against compassionate release described in my order of June 8, 2020 remain valid and strong today. Although defendant has been diagnosed with Covid-19, he is assymptomatic. If his condition worsens, the prison has ready access to public hospitals. Montevecchis motion is denied.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on Nov. 20, 2020) (Hellerstein, Alvin) (Entered: 11/20/2020)
11/19/2020LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 11/19/20 re: 714 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Ernest Montevecchi dated November 9, 2020 re: Compassionate Release Request .. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 11/19/2020)
11/17/2020Attorney-Client Privilege Waiver (Informed Consent). Document filed by (18-Cr-15-3) Joseph Sabella. Dated: 11/12/2020. [Refer to civil case 20-Cv-5498(AKH) also. ***] (bw) (Entered: 11/23/2020)
11/17/2020MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION TO THE JUDGE'S ORDER DENYING THE 2255 MOTION. Document filed by (18-Cr-15-3) Joseph Sabella. Dated: November 12, 2020. (bw) (Entered: 11/23/2020)
11/10/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi on 714 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Ernest Montevecchi dated November 9, 2020 re: Compassionate Release Request. ENDORSEMENT: The gov't shall state its position by 11/19/20. (Responses due by 11/19/2020) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/10/2020) (lnl) (Entered: 11/12/2020)
11/10/2020ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle: This Order is entered, pursuant to Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 5(f), to confirm the Governments disclosure obligations under Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963), and its progeny, and to summarize the possible consequences of violating those obligations. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/10/2020) (See ORDER as set forth) (lnl) (Entered: 11/10/2020)
11/9/2020 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Ernest Montevecchi dated November 9, 2020 re: Compassionate Release Request . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 11/09/2020)
11/5/2020713SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (jri) (Entered: 11/05/2020)
11/2/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella on re: 710 MOTION For Compassionate Release and Reduction of Sentence Pursuant to 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(B). ENDORSEMENT: The Government is instructed to respond to this motion on or before December 2, 2020. (Responses due by 12/2/2020) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/2/2020) (ap) (Entered: 11/04/2020)
11/2/2020ORDER as to Joseph Sabella: I have reviewed the docket entries for this case and find that Sabella has failed to submit the waiver as directed by the Court, and further, that more than 60 days have elapsed since the July 30, 2020 order. Accordingly, Sabella's motion to vacate is denied. The Clerk is respectfully directed to close the open motions at ECF Nos. 699 and 701. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/2/2020) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 11/02/2020)
10/29/2020 MOTION For Compassionate Release and Reduction of Sentence Pursuant to 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(B) Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) Modified on 11/4/2020 (ap). (Entered: 10/29/2020)
10/15/2020 MOTION To Notify A Change Address. The address where the petitioner is currently located at: JESUP-FCI, 2680 301 South, Jesup, GA 31599; Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 10/15/2020)
8/27/2020AMENDED PRELIMINARY ORDER OF FORFEITURE/MONEY JUDGMENT 705 LETTER MOTION as to Eugene Castelle. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED THAT As a result of the offenses charged in Counts One and Three of the Indictment, to which the defendant was found guilty by a jury, a money judgment in the amount of $188,955 in United States currency (the "Money Judgment"), representing the amount of proceeds traceable to the offenses charged in Counts One and Three of the Indictment that the defendant personally obtained, shall be entered against the defendant. Pursuant to Rule 32. 2(b)(4) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, this Preliminary Order of Forfeiture/Money Judgment is final as to the defendant, EUGENE CASTELLE, and shall be deemed part of the sentence of the defendant, and shall be included in the judgment of conviction therewith. The Court shall retain jurisdiction to enforce this Preliminary Order of Forfeiture/Money Judgment, and to amend it as necessary, pursuant to Rule 32.2 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/27/2020) (jw) (Entered: 08/27/2020)
8/26/2020DECLARATION of John Calabria in Support by USA as to Eugene Castelle re: 706 MOTION for Forfeiture of Property .. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 08/26/2020)
8/26/2020 MOTION for Forfeiture of Property . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 08/26/2020)
8/26/2020 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jacob Fiddelman dated August 26, 2020 re: Amended Preliminary Order of Forfeiture . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 08/26/2020)
7/30/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella on 702 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated July 30, 2020 re: Request for Attorney Affidavit. ENDORSEMENT: The government's proposed order will be entered separately. The government's other request is granted; if Sabella waives attorney-client privilege, the government will have 30 days from its receipt of Mr. Corozzo's sworn statement to file its opposition. This order shall be docketed in both 18 Cr. 15 and 20 Civ. 5498. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/30/2020) (lnl) (Entered: 07/30/2020)
7/30/2020ORDER re: Attorney-Client Privilege Waiver (Informed Consent) as to Joseph Sabella. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/30/2020)(Docketed in 20 Civ. 5498 (AKH)) (lnl) (Entered: 07/30/2020)
7/30/2020 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated July 30, 2020 re: Request for Attorney Affidavit Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 07/30/2020)
7/20/2020ORDER TO ANSWER, 28 U.S.C. § 2255 as to Joseph Sabella... The Court, having concluded that the motion brought under 28 U.S.C. 2255 should not be summarily dismissed as being without merit, hereby ORDERS that: The Clerk of Court shall electronically notify the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York that this Order has been issued. Within thirty (30) days of the date of this order, the U.S. Attorneys Office shall file an answer or other pleading in response to the motion. Movant shall have twenty (20) days from the date on which Movant is served with Respondents answer to file a response. Absent further order, the motion will be considered fully submitted as of that date. All further papers filed or submitted for filing must include the criminal docket number and will be docketed in the criminal case. Responses due by 9/18/2020. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/20/2020) (ap) (Entered: 07/20/2020)
7/16/2020 AMENDED MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (sac) (Entered: 07/23/2020)
7/16/2020 MOTION to Vacate under 28 U.S.C. 2255. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (sac)
Civil case 1:20-cv-05498 opened. (sac). (Entered: 07/17/2020)
7/16/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 697 CONSENT LETTER MOTION filed by Eugene Castelle (10), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Richard W. Levitt dated 7/16/2020 re: Modification of Bond to Visit Dentist in Ft. Lee. ENDORSEMENT: The request is so ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/16/2020) (bw) (Entered: 07/17/2020)
7/16/2020CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 7/16/2020 re: Modification of Bond to Visit Dentist in Ft. Lee . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 07/16/2020)
6/22/2020ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR RELEASE 690 LETTER MOTION For Release as to George Tropiano. In December 2018, Defendant George Tropiano pled guilty pursuant to a plea agreement with the government to one count of conspiracy to commit racketeering in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1962(d). Tropiano suggests that the Court should "modify Mr. Tropiano's sentence so that he may serve the balance of [his sentence] under home confinement. In sum, the motion for release is denied (ECF No. 690). The Clerk is hereby instructed to close the motion (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/19/20) (jw) (Entered: 06/22/2020)
6/16/2020LETTER REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by George Tropiano addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated June 16, 2020 re 690 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 27, 2020 re: Compassionate Release .. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 06/16/2020)
6/8/2020ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR RELEASE as to Ernest Montevecchi. Having concluded that a reduction in Montevecchi's sentence is improper, I decline to recommend that BOP "re-designate [him] to home confinement," without reaching the question of whether I have authority to grant such a request. See Def. Mtn. at 4. In sum, the motion for release is denied (ECF No. 685). The Clerk is hereby instructed to close the motion. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/8/2020) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 06/08/2020)
6/6/2020LETTER REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by George Tropiano addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated June 6, 2020 re 690 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 27, 2020 re: Compassionate Release .. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 06/06/2020)
6/5/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to (18-Cr-15-4) George Tropiano on re: 690 LETTER MOTION filed by George Tropiano addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 27, 2020 re: Compassionate Release. ENDORSEMENT: The government has until June 12, 2020 to respond. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/5/2020)(bw) (Entered: 06/08/2020)
6/5/2020LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to George Tropiano addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 6/5/2020 re: 690 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 27, 2020 re: Compassionate Release .. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 06/05/2020)
5/27/2020 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 27, 2020 re: Compassionate Release . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Inmate Letter to Warden, # 2 Exhibit EKG print-outs)(Bertan, David) (Entered: 05/27/2020)
5/26/2020NOTICE of Mailing as to Joseph Sabella re: 689 ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR RELEASE. A copy of this Order was mailed on 5/26/2020 by the Clerk's Office to Joseph Sabella, Reg No. 70708-053, Williamsburg FCI, PO Box 340, Salters, SC 29590. (lnl) (Entered: 05/26/2020)
5/25/2020ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR RELEASE as to Joseph Sabella: Sabella's motion for release (ECF No. 683) is denied for failure to exhaust his administrative remedies. The Clerk is hereby instructed to close the motion and further directed to mail this order to Sabella. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/25/2020) (lnl) (Entered: 05/26/2020)
5/22/2020 LETTER by USA as to Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason M. Swergold dated May 22, 2020 re: Letter in Opposition to Request for Compassionate Release Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit B - Sassaman Decl., # 2 Exhibit C - Turner Decl.)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 05/22/2020)
5/22/2020 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason M. Swergold dated May 22, 2020 re: Letter in Opposition to Request for Compassionate Release Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 05/22/2020)
5/14/2020Set/Reset Deadlines/Hearings as to Joseph Sabella: Government Responses due by 5/22/2020. (jw) (Entered: 05/14/2020)
5/14/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT 683 Motion re: 683 MOTION For Reduction of Sentence and/or Compassionate Release Pursuant to 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(B) as to Joseph Sabella...ENDORSEMENT...The Government has until May 22, 2020 to respond. A hearing shall take place shortly after. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/14/2020) (jw) (Entered: 05/14/2020)
5/14/2020 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Ernest Montevecchi dated May 14, 2020 re: Compassionate Release Request . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 05/14/2020)
5/14/2020NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: John C. Meringolo appearing for Ernest Montevecchi. Appearance Type: Retained. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 05/14/2020)
5/13/2020 MOTION For Reduction of Sentence and/or Compassionate Release Pursuant to 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(B) Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 05/14/2020)
5/5/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 681 CONSENT LETTER MOTION filed by Eugene Castelle (10), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated May 4, 2020 re: Request to modify bail conditions.... Accordingly, with the consent of all parties, the Government requests that the Court further extend the defendant's mandatory quarantine, and the deadline for installation of the electronic monitoring equipment, by an additional 14 days to May 18, 2020. ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/5/2020) (bw) (Entered: 05/05/2020)
5/4/2020CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated May 4, 2020 re: Request to modify bail conditions. . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 05/04/2020)
4/20/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 679 CONSENT LETTER MOTION filed by Eugene Castelle (10), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Richard W. Levitt dated 4/17/2020 re: 675 Order, re: Substitute Security for Bond. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/19/2020) (bw) (Entered: 04/20/2020)
4/17/2020CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 4/17/2020 re: 675 Order,,,, re: Substitute Security for Bond . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 4/3/2020 Bond)(Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 04/17/2020)
4/17/2020NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney Levitt, Richard to RE-FILE Document 678 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 4/3/2020 re: 675 Order re: Substitute Security for Bond .CONSENT MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 04/17/2020)
4/17/2020 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 4/3/2020 re: 675 Order,,,, re: Substitute Security for Bond ., CONSENT MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 4/3/2020 Bond)(Levitt, Richard) Modified on 4/17/2020 (ka). (Entered: 04/17/2020)
4/16/2020MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle (10) on re: 676 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 4/15/2020 re: 675 Order re: Extension of Time to Obtain Electronic Monitoring. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/16/2020) (ap) (Entered: 04/16/2020)
4/15/2020 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 4/15/2020 re: 675 Order,,,, re: Extension of Time to Obtain Electronic Monitoring ., MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 04/15/2020)
4/3/2020ORDER MODIFYING CONDITIONS OF RELEASE: as to (18-Cr-15-09) Eugene Castelle. On March 31, 2020, I granted Defendant's motion to be released on bail pending the outcome of his appeal from his sentence and conviction, subject to the conditions that had adhered prior to his guilty plea. See ECF No. 673.Upon further consideration of the conditions of COVID-19 and the Government's newly filed unopposed motion to modify the terms of Defendant's bail, see ECF No. 674, the Government's motion is granted and the following additional conditions shall apply to Defendant's bail. Defendant shall remain self-quarantined at....., for 14 days after his release, subject to location monitoring at the following telephone number:... On the tenth day of such self-quarantine, Defendant shall call Pretrial Services to report his condition and to schedule an appointment for the placement of location-monitoring equipment. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/3/2020)(bw) (Entered: 04/03/2020)
4/3/2020***DELETED DOCUMENT. Deleted document number 675. ORDER MODIFYING CONDITIONS OF RELEASE, as to Eugene Castelle (10). The document was incorrectly filed in this case. (bw) (Entered: 04/03/2020)
4/2/2020CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jacob R. Fiddelman dated Apr. 2, 2020 re: Request to modify defendant Castelle's conditions of release. . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 04/02/2020)
3/31/2020ORDER GRANTING MOTION FOR BAIL PENDING APPEAL as to (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. Defendant moves to be released on bail pending his appeal from his conviction and sentence. See ECF No. 669. In light of Defendant's ailing health and the concomitant 1isk to Defendant from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Court grants Defendant's motion. Defendant shall be released on bail pending the outcome of his appeal pursuant to the same conditions that governed his pre-trial release. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/31/2020)(bw) (Entered: 04/01/2020)
3/31/2020LETTER REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard W. Levitt dated 3/31/2020 re 669 EMERGENCY MOTION for Bond .EMERGENCY LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard Levitt dated 3/29/2020 re: Emergency Bond on Appeal .. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 03/31/2020)
3/31/2020 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated Mar. 31, 2020 re: Opposition to 669 Castelle's motion for bail pending appeal. Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Letter from BOP to Chief Judge)(Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 03/31/2020)
3/29/2020LETTER RESPONSE in Support of Motion by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard Levitt dated 3/29/2020 re: 669 EMERGENCY MOTION for Bond .EMERGENCY LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard Levitt dated 3/29/2020 re: Emergency Bond on Appeal .. (Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 03/29/2020)
3/29/2020EMERGENCY MOTION for Bond ., EMERGENCY LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Richard Levitt dated 3/29/2020 re: Emergency Bond on Appeal . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Filed Brief on Appeal)(Levitt, Richard) (Entered: 03/29/2020)
12/18/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 4/29/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/18/2019)
12/18/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Conference held on 4/29/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 1/8/2020. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/21/2020. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/17/2020. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/18/2019)
11/19/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Albert Armetta (5) granting 665 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated November 18, 2019 re: Designation Request. ENDORSEMENT: So recommended. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/19/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 11/19/2019)
11/18/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated November 18, 2019 re: Designation Request . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 11/18/2019)
11/18/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 10/17/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 11/18/2019)
11/18/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Sentence held on 10/17/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 12/9/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 12/19/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 2/18/2020. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 11/18/2019)
11/13/2019SATISFACTION OF JUDGMENT as to (18-Cr-15-05) Albert Armetta re 648 Judgment. Satisfaction is acknowledged between United States of America, plaintiff, and Albert Armetta, defendant, for the fine in the amount of $25,000.00 and the special assessment in the amount of $100.00, amounting in all to the sum of $25,100.00. Judgment entered in the Judgment Book of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on the 6th day of September 2019. (bw) (Entered: 11/14/2019)
10/28/2019Appeal Record Sent to USCA (Electronic File). Certified Indexed record on Appeal Electronic Files as to Eugene Castelle re: 660 Notice of Appeal were transmitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals. (nd) (Entered: 10/28/2019)
10/28/2019TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM B Filed by Eugene Castelle for a Sentence proceeding held on 10/17/2019 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein Transcript due by 11/7/2019. (nd) (Entered: 10/28/2019)
10/28/2019Transmission of Notice of Appeal and Certified Copy of Docket Sheet as to Eugene Castelle to US Court of Appeals re: 660 Notice of Appeal - Final Judgment. (nd) (Entered: 10/28/2019)
10/28/2019NOTICE OF APPEAL by Eugene Castelle from 659 Judgment. Filing fee $ 505.00, receipt number 465401247055. (nd) (Entered: 10/28/2019)
10/18/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Eugene Castelle (10), Found guilty to Count(s) 1sss, 3sss, Imprisonment for a total term of 77 Months, 6 Months on Count 1 and 77 months on Count 3 to run concurrent. Supervised release for a term of 3 years. Count(s) 2sss, 3, 3s, 4s, 4ss, 5s, 5ss, 6ss are dismissed on the motion of the US. The Court makes the following recommendations to the Bureau of Prisons: That the defendant be confined at the FCI Cumberland Facility. Special Assessment of $200 which is due immediately. Fine of $100,000.00 which shall be payable at a rate of 6 equal payments every six months for the 3 years of supervised release. Restitution is to be determined. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/18/19)(jw) (Main Document 659 replaced on 10/24/2019) (jw). (Entered: 10/23/2019)
10/18/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Eugene Castelle (10) Count 2sss,3,3s,4s,4ss,5s,5ss,6ss. (jw) (Entered: 10/23/2019)
10/17/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Sentencing held on 10/17/2019 for Eugene Castelle (10) Count 1sss,3sss. Deft. pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; AUSA, Jacob Fiddleman pres.; Court reporter Kelly Surina pres.; Deft. sentenced to 77 months, 60 months on count 1 and 77 months on count 3 to run concurrent; 3 years Supervised Release; Special Assessment $200; Fine $100,000; Forfeiture ordered filed; See judgment for Special Conditions; Deft. contd. remanded (jw) (Entered: 10/23/2019)
10/17/2019PRELIMINARY ORDER OF FORFEITURE/MONEY JUDGMENT as to Eugene Castelle. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/17/2019) (See ORDER as set forth) (Three (3) certified copies of this ORDER have been forwarded to AUSA Alexander J. Wilson via interoffice mail) (lnl) (Entered: 10/17/2019)
10/16/2019SATISFACTION OF JUDGMENT as to (18-Cr-15-08) Simone Esposito re 603 Judgment. Satisfaction is acknowledged between United States of America, plaintiff, and Simone Esposito, defendant, for the fine in the amount of $1,000.00 and the special assessment in the amount of $100.00, amounting in all to the sum of $1,100.00. Judgment entered in the Judgment Book of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on the 14th day of June 2019. (bw) (Entered: 10/17/2019)
10/10/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 10/10/2019)
10/3/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Albert Armetta. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 9/6/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 10/03/2019)
10/3/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Albert Armetta re: Sentence held on 9/6/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Sonya Ketter Moore, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 10/24/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 11/4/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 1/1/2020. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 10/03/2019)
10/3/2019ORDER as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) on 652 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated September 30, 2019 re: exoneration bail. ORDERED that the bail posted on behalf of defendant Ernest Montevecchi, i.e., the Personal Recognition Bond signed by Mr. Montevecchi, Michael Cipriani and Nancy Cipriani and the lien filed against 26 LaQuinta Ln, Lakewood, NJ is hereby exonerated. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/3/2019) (ap) Modified on 10/4/2019 (ap). (Entered: 10/03/2019)
9/30/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated September 30, 2019 re: exoneration bail . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order proposed order exoneration bail)(Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 09/30/2019)
9/27/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 09/27/2019)
9/10/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Sabella. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 7/18/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 09/10/2019)
9/10/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Sabella re: Conference held on 7/18/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Sonya Ketter Moore, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 10/1/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/11/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/9/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 09/10/2019)
9/9/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Albert Armetta (5). THE DEFENDANT: pleaded guilty to count 1. All open counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: 3 months. The court makes the following recommendations to the Bureau of Prisons: that the BOP provide a CPAP machine for the defendant or allow him the opportunity to provide his own. The defendant shall surrender for service of sentence at the institution designated by the Bureau of Prisons: before 2 p.m. on 11/19/2019. See SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF SUPERVISION. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. FINE: $25,000.00. Special instructions regarding the payment of criminal monetary penalties: The defendant shall pay a fine in the amount of $25,000.00. The defendant shall pay $10,000.00 in 60 days and $5,000.00 every year of supervised release payable at the 6th, 18th and 30th month of supervised release. Unless the court has expressly ordered otherwise, if this judgment imposes imprisonment, payment of criminal monetary penalties is due during the period of imprisonment. All criminal monetary penalties, except those payments made through the Federal Bureau of Prisons' Inmate Financial Responsibility Program, are made to the clerk of the court. The defendant shall receive credit for all payments previously made toward any criminal monetary penalties imposed. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 3 years. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/6/2019) (ap) (Entered: 09/09/2019)
9/9/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Albert Armetta (5) Count 1,1s,1ss,2,2s,2ss. (ap) (Entered: 09/09/2019)
9/9/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 9/9/2019 for Albert Armetta (5) Count 1sss. Deft. pres. w/atty. John Meringolo; AUSA, Gina Castellano pres.; Deft. is sentenced to 3 months; 3 years supervised release; $100 Special Assessment; $25,000 Fine; See judgment for Special conditions. (Court Reporter Sonya Moore) (ap) (Entered: 09/09/2019)
9/4/2019ORDER EXONERATING BAIL as to George Tropiano. ORDERED that the bail posted on behalf of defendant George Tropiano is hereby exonerated. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/3/2019) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 09/04/2019)
9/3/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Albert Armetta addressed to Concerned Parties from Brigitte Jones, Courtroom Deputy, dated 9/3/2019 re: Adjournment of sentencing. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. The sentencing previously set for September 5, 2019 is hereby adjourned. You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a sentencing. Date: September 6, 2019, Time: 11:00 a.m., Place: U.S. Courthouse - Southern District of New York, 500 Pearl Street, Courtroom 14D, New York, New York 10007. It is ORDERED that counsel to whom this Order is sent is responsible for faxing a copy to all counsel involved in this case and retaining verification of such in the case file. Do not fax such verification to Chambers. (Status Conference set for 9/6/2019 at 11:00 AM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/3/2019) (ap) (Entered: 09/03/2019)
8/28/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Albert Armetta. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 08/28/2019)
8/22/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by Albert Armetta. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A-D, # 2 Exhibit E-G, # 3 Exhibit H, # 4 Exhibit I, # 5 Exhibit J)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 08/22/2019)
8/7/2019642SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (mhe) (Entered: 08/07/2019)
8/5/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Simone Esposito. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 6/14/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 08/05/2019)
8/5/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Simone Esposito re: Sentence held on 6/14/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Sonya Ketter Moore, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 8/26/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/5/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/4/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 08/05/2019)
7/23/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 7/23/19 re: To request permission for Mr. Sabella to drive to North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on July 25, 2019, so that he may spend the remainder of the time before his voluntary surrender with his wife and three minor children.....ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/22/19)(jw) (Entered: 07/23/2019)
7/23/2019CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated July 23, 2019 re: Permission for Defendant to travel this Thursday, 7/25, to S.C., to thereafter reside in SC pending his surrender, and to travel to the bank and the DMV . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 07/23/2019)
7/23/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Joseph Sabella (3), Count(s) 1, 1s, 3, 3ss, 4s, 5ss are dismissed on the motion of the US. Pleaded guilty to Count(s) 1ss, Imprisonment for a total term of 87 Months. Supervised release for a term of 3 Years. The court makes the following recommendations to the Bureau of Prisons:that the defendant be confined at FCI Williamsburg in South Carolina to promote family visits. The defendant shall surrender for service of sentence at the institution designated by the Bureau of Prisons before 2pm on 8/27/19. Special Assessment of $100 which is due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/22/2019)(jw) (Entered: 07/23/2019)
7/23/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1,1s,3,3ss,4s,5ss. (jw) (Entered: 07/23/2019)
7/18/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Sentencing held on 7/18/2019 for Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1ss. (jw) (Entered: 07/23/2019)
7/18/2019CONSENT PRELIMINARY ORDER OF FORFEITURE AND MONEY JUDGMENT as to Joseph Sabella. IT IS HEREBY STIPULATED AND AGREED, by and between the United States of America, by its attorney Geoffrey S. Berman, United States Attorney, Assistant United States Attorney Jason Swergold, of counsel, and the Defendant and his counsel, Joseph Corozzo, Esq that As a result of the offense charged in Count One of the Indictment, to which the Defendant pleaded guilty, a money judgment in the amount of $25,000.00 in United States currency (the "Money Judgment") shall be entered against the Defendant. Pursuant to Rule 32.2(6)(4) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, upon entry of this Consent Preliminary Order of Forfeiture and Money Judgment, this Consent Preliminary Order of Forfeiture and Money Judgment shall be final as to the Defendant, JOSEPH SABELLA, and shall be deemed part of the sentence of the Defendant, and shall be included in the judgment of conviction therewith. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/18/19)(jw) (Entered: 07/18/2019)
7/17/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Ex. A - Letter from Carolyn Sabella, # 2 Exhibit Ex. C - Letters from Anne Marie Sabella-De Pinto, Joseph & Marie Sabella, and Robert Catone, # 3 Exhibit Ex. D - Letters from Laurie Sabella, Carol DeFortuno, and Joseph and Carol Oliveri, # 4 Exhibit Ex. E - Letters from Sandra Trimarche, Augustine Simonicini, Sr. and Joseph Tartara, # 5 Exhibit Ex. F - Letters from Lisa A. Basich, Gary Hagopian, and James Fortunato, # 6 Exhibit Ex. G - Letters from Alex Trovello, Dennis DeNardo, and Linda Panzella, # 7 Exhibit Ex. H - Letters from Dennis Zollo, Patricia Bovino, and Maureen Rosko, # 8 Exhibit Ex. I - Letters from Louis Capriotti Jr., Vincent Demonte, Mark A. Fleischner and Del Ortiz)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 07/17/2019)
7/17/2019ORDER EXONERATING BAIL as to (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. WHEREAS, the defendant Eugene Castelle ("Castelle"), was arrested on January 12, 2018, and was released on January 18, 2018 on bail, including a secured bond in the amount of $500,000, co-signed by two financially responsible co-signers, and secured by property located at 72 Pilot Street, Staten Island, New York, as well as other conditions (ECF Nos. 19, 23); and WHEREAS, a judgment by confession under Index No. 100007/18, in favor of the United States and against civil defendant Nancy Castelle, in the amount of $500,000, was filed in the Office of the Richmond County Clerk on January 29, 2018; and WHEREAS, Castelle was found guilty by a jury of Counts One and Three of the indictment on May 31, 2019 and the Court continued defendant's bail until June 19, 2019 (ECF No. 604); and WHEREAS, Castelle self-surrendered to the United States Marshals in the SDNY courthouse on June 19, 2019 and is presently in custody: it is hereby ORDERED that the bail posted on behalf of defendant Eugene Castelle is hereby exonerated and the lien placed on the property at 72 Pilot Street, Staten Island, New York to secure the bond may be vacated. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/17/2019)(bw) (Entered: 07/17/2019)
7/17/2019Transmission to Sealed Records Clerk: as to Joseph Sabella (3). Transmitted re: 631 Order on Motion to Seal Document, to the Sealed Records Clerk for the sealing of document(s). (bw) (Entered: 07/17/2019)
7/17/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 627 MOTION filed by Joseph Sabella (3), to Seal Document Defense Sentencing Submission. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/17/2019) (bw) (Entered: 07/17/2019)
7/11/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order Order of Forfeiture)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 07/11/2019)
7/8/2019629SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 07/08/2019)
7/3/2019MEMORANDUM in Support by Joseph Sabella re 627 MOTION to Seal Document Defense Sentencing Submission.. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 07/03/2019)
7/3/2019 MOTION to Seal Document Defense Sentencing Submission. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Proposed redactions to sentencing memo, # 2 Exhibit Proposed redactions to Exhibit A, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit C - redacted, # 4 Exhibit Proposed redactions to Exhibit D, # 5 Exhibit Exhibit E to Sentencing Memo, # 6 Exhibit Proposed redactions to Exhibit F, # 7 Exhibit Exhibit G to Sentencing Memo, # 8 Exhibit Exhibit H - redacted, # 9 Exhibit Exhibit I - redacted)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 07/03/2019)
6/28/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) on 625 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated June 28, 2019 re: extend curfew July 4th. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/28/2019) (ap) (Entered: 06/28/2019)
6/28/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated June 28, 2019 re: extend curfew July 4th . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/28/2019)
6/27/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT 607 Motion to Seal Document as to Joseph Sabella (3); 622 Motion as to Joseph Sabella...ENDORSEMENT...Defendant may drive his wife and children to South Carolina, remain there one day, and return, by car or plane to the home of defendant's parents. Defendant shall maintain telephone contact each day with pretrial services. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/27/19) (jw) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Sabella re: To request permission that Mr. Sabella be granted permission to drive his wife and their to children to South Carolina on July 2, 2019 and to return to NJ on July 16, 2019 (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/27/19)(jw) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019 MOTION To File Materials Under Seal Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/31/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/31/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Steven Griffing, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/30/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/30/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Martha Martin, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/29/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/29/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Steven Griffing, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/28/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/28/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Martha Martin, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/23/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/23/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Steven Griffing, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 5/22/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Trial held on 5/22/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Martha Martin, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/25/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/27/2019)
6/26/2019MEMORANDUM in Support by Joseph Sabella re 607 MOTION to Seal Document Request to Travel this Coming Tuesday, July 2, 2019.. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/26/2019)
6/26/2019 MOTION to Seal Document Request to Travel this Coming Tuesday, July 2, 2019. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Travel Request with Proposed Redactions)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/26/2019)
6/25/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT: as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) denying 605 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated June 25, 2019 re: modification bail. ENDORSEMENT: Denied. There is no need to change pre-trial conditions in the short time remaining. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/25/2019) (ap) (Entered: 06/25/2019)
6/25/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated June 25, 2019 re: modification bail . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/25/2019)
6/19/2019ORDER as to (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle. In accordance with my May 31, 2019 order, defendant Eugene Castelle shall report to the Bureau of Prisons, or other person designated by his pretrial officer, for remand on June 19, 2019. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/19/2019)(bw) (Entered: 06/19/2019)
6/18/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Simone Esposito (8). THE DEFENDANT: pleaded guilty to count 1. All open counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: time served. The defendant is notified of his right to appeal. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 1 year. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF SUPERVISION: 1. The defendant shall not associate with any members of the Bonano Crime family. 2. The defendant shall be supervised by the district of residence. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. FINE: $1,000.00. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/18/2019) (ap) (Entered: 06/18/2019)
6/18/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Simone Esposito (8) Count 1,1s,1ss. (ap) (Entered: 06/18/2019)
6/17/2019602ORDER denying 600 LETTER MOTION motion for enoargement of reporting date as to Eugene Castelle (10)Upon the return of the jury verdict of guilty, and to postpone immediate remand, defendant represented that he could put his affairs in order by June 19, 2019. I ordered June 19, 2019 as the date he had to report to the place of detention ordered by the Bureau of Prisons.Defendant now represents that he scheduled a colonoscopy for a later date, August 1, 2019, with a prep appointment on June 28, 2019. That is not an excuse for not reporting for custody on the date and time the court ordered. Any need for medical attention can be obtained through the warden of the institution where defendant is in custody.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on June 18, 2019) (Hellerstein, Alvin) (Entered: 06/17/2019)
6/17/2019 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated June 17, 2019 re: Opposition to Dkt. 600 Castelle's Request to Delay Surrender. Document filed by USA. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 06/17/2019)
6/17/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated June 16, 2019 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 06/17/2019)
6/17/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney McMahon, Gerald to RE-FILE Document 599 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 06/17/2019)
6/16/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) Modified on 6/17/2019 (ka). (Entered: 06/16/2019)
6/14/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 6/14/2019 for Simone Esposito (8) Count 1sss. (Court Reporter Courtflow) (ap) (Entered: 06/18/2019)
6/14/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 597 LETTER MOTION Ernest Montevecchi's wife, Beatrice Montevecchi, is scheduled for surgery on June 20, 2019 at 11:00 am with Dr. Jason Rogart at Capital Health Hospital, 1 Capital Way, Pennington New Jersey 08534. Mr. Montevecchi seeks the Court's permission to travel to the New Jersey County (not allowed under the Court's current restrictions) so that he can drive his wife on the day of the surgery....ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/14/19) (jw) Modified on 6/14/2019 (jw). (Entered: 06/14/2019)
6/14/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated June 14, 2019 re: bail modification - surgery . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/14/2019)
6/13/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Ernest Montevecchi (9). The Defendant pleaded guilty to count 1. All open counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: 30 months. Deft. is notified of his right to appeal. The court makes the following recommendations to the Bureau of Prisons: that the defendant be confined at the Fort Dix facility. The defendant shall surrender for service of sentence at the institution designated by the Bureau of Prisons: before 2 p.m. on 7/9/2019. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 3 years. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/13/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 06/13/2019)
6/13/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1,1s. (lnl) (Entered: 06/13/2019)
6/13/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella (3) granting 589 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/10/2019 re: Permission to Attend Moving Up Ceremony and Dance Recital. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/13/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 06/13/2019)
6/12/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Ernest Montevecchi. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 5/17/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/12/2019)
6/12/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Ernest Montevecchi re: Sentence held on 5/17/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kristen Carannante, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/3/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/15/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/10/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/12/2019)
6/12/2019Set/Reset Hearings as to Albert Armetta: Sentencing set for 9/5/2019 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (lnl) (Entered: 06/12/2019)
6/12/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Albert Armetta (5) granting 591 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated June 11, 2019 re: Sentencing Date. ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned to September 5, 2019, at 11:30 am. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/12/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 06/12/2019)
6/11/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated June 11, 2019 re: Sentencing Date . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 06/11/2019)
6/10/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Simone Esposito. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/10/2019CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/10/2019 re: Permission to Attend Moving Up Ceremony and Dance Recital . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/10/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Domenick Miniero. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 4/30/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/10/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Domenick Miniero re: Sentence held on 4/30/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/1/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/11/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/9/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/10/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Albert Armetta. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 5/7/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/10/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Albert Armetta re: Plea held on 5/7/19 before Magistrate Judge Ona T. Wang. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Pamela Utter, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/1/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/11/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/9/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 06/10/2019)
6/6/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Albert Armetta (5) denying 583 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated June 5, 2019 re: Bail Modification. ENDORSEMENT: No sufficient grounds for modification have been shown. The motion is denied. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/6/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 06/06/2019)
6/5/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated June 5, 2019 re: Bail Modification . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 06/05/2019)
5/31/2019JURY VERDICT as to Eugene Castelle (10) Guilty on Count 1sss,3sss; Not Guilty on Count 2sss. (jbo) (Entered: 06/06/2019)
5/31/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/31/2019. Jury Trial completed; Jury reached a verdict of guilty on counts 1 and 3 and not guilty on count 2. (jbo) (Entered: 06/06/2019)
5/31/2019Sentencing Letter by Simone Esposito addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated May 31, 2019. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 05/31/2019)
5/31/2019 VERDICT FORM. as to Eugene Castelle. (ap) (ap). (Entered: 05/31/2019)
5/30/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/30/2019. Jury Trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 05/31/2019)
5/30/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Santapaolo. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 5/2/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/30/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Santapaolo re: Sentence held on 5/2/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Michael McDaniel, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 6/20/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/1/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/28/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/29/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/29/2019. Jury Trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/29/2019ORDER ACCEPTING THE PLEA ALLOCUTION BEFORE A U.S. MAGISTRATE JUDGE as to Albert Armetta. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT the defendant's guilty plea is accepted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/29/2019) (ap) (Entered: 05/29/2019)
5/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 5/13/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/29/2019)
5/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Conference held on 5/13/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Sonya Ketter Moore, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 6/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/1/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/29/2019)
5/28/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/28/2019. Jury Trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/27/2019 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated May 27, 2019 re: Revision to Government's Requests to Charge. Document filed by USA. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 05/27/2019)
5/23/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/23/2019. Jury Trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/23/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, from Angela D. Lipsman dated 5/21/2019 re: Defense counsel writes to request adjournment of sentencing. ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned to July 18, 2019, at 11:30 am. (Sentencing set for 7/18/2019 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/22/2019) (ap) (Entered: 05/23/2019)
5/22/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Eugene Castelle held on 5/22/2019. Jury Trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/22/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Albert Armetta. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 5/7/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/22/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Albert Armetta re: Plea held on 5/7/19 before Magistrate Judge Ona T. Wang. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Pamela Utter, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 6/12/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/24/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/20/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/22/2019 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Hagan Scotten dated May 22, 2019 re: Limiting Instruction Document filed by USA. (Scotten, Hagan) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/21/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Voir Dire held on 5/21/2019 as to Eugene Castelle. Jury Trial began; Deft. pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; AUSAs Jacob Fiddleman and Hagan Scotten pres.; Court reporters Martha Martin and Steve Griffing pres.; Jury empaneled and sworn. (jbo) (Entered: 05/30/2019)
5/21/2019ORDER as to Eugene Castelle (10) granting 569 APPLICATION FOR IMMUNITY ORDER. ORDERED that, pursuant to Title 18, United States Code, Sections 6002 and 6003, Joseph Anemone give testimony and provide other information as to all matters about which he may be questioned at trial; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, pursuant to Title 18, United States Code, Sections 6002 and 6003, no testimony or other information compelled under this Order, or any information directly or indirectly derived from such testimony or other information, may be used against Joseph Anemone in any criminal case, except a prosecution for perjury, giving a false statement, or otherwise failing to comply with this Order. This Order shall become effective only if after the date of this Order Joseph Anemone refuses to testify at trial on the basis of his privilege against self~incrimination. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/21/2019) (ap) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/21/2019DECLARATION of Jacob R. Fiddelman in Support by USA as to Eugene Castelle re: 569 MOTION IMMUNITY. (ap) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/21/2019APPLICATION FOR IMMUNITY ORDER. Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (ap) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/21/2019ORDER as to Eugene Castelle (10) granting 561 APPLICATION FOR IMMUNITY ORDER. ORDERED that, pursuant to Title 18, United States Code, Sections 6002 and 6003, Jerome Riotto give testimony and provide other information as to all matters about which he may be questioned at trial; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, pursuant to Title 18, United States Code, Sections 6002 and 6003, no testimony or other information compelled under this Order, or any information directly or indirectly derived from such testimony or other information, may be used against Jerome Riotto in any criminal case, except a prosecution for perjury, giving a false statement, or otherwise failing to comply with this Order. This Order shall become effective only if after the date of this Order Jerome Riotto refuses to testify at trial on the basis of his privilege against self-incrimination. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/21/2019) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 05/22/2019)
5/21/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated May 21, 2019 re: Motion in limine regarding recordings. . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 05/21/2019)
5/21/2019MEMORANDUM in Support by Joseph Sabella re 564 MOTION to Seal Document Adjournment Request.. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 05/21/2019)
5/21/2019 MOTION to Seal Document Adjournment Request. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Redacted Version of Adjournment Request)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 05/21/2019)
5/21/2019DECLARATION of Jacob R. Fiddelman in Support by USA as to Eugene Castelle re: 561 MOTION Immunity. (ap) (Entered: 05/21/2019)
5/21/2019APPLICATION FOR IMMUNITY ORDER Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (ap) (Entered: 05/21/2019)
5/20/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney Scotten, Hagan to RE-FILE Document 560 Reply Memorandum of Law in Support of Motion. Use the event type Letter found under the event list Other Documents. (ka) (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/20/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - REPLY MEMORANDUM OF LAW in Support by USA as to Eugene Castelle re: 557 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Hagan Scotten dated May 17, 2019 re: CW-2 Cross-Examination . . (Scotten, Hagan) Modified on 5/20/2019 (ka). (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/20/2019ORDER ACCEPTING THE PLEA ALLOCUTION BEFORE A U.S. MAGISTRATE JUDGE as to Joseph Sabella. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT the defendant's guilty plea is accepted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/17/2019) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/20/2019 LETTER by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated May 20, 2019 re: Government's Motion in Limine (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/20/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney McMahon, Gerald to RE-FILE Document 558 Memorandum in Opposition to Motion. Use the event type Letter found under the event list Other Documents. (ka) (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/19/2019***DELETED DOCUMENT. Deleted document number 558. MEMORANDUM in Opposition, filed by Eugene Castelle (10). The document was incorrectly filed in this case. (bw) (Entered: 05/20/2019)
5/17/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 5/17/2019 for Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1ss. (lnl) (Entered: 06/13/2019)
5/17/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Hagan Scotten dated May 17, 2019 re: CW-2 Cross-Examination . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Scotten, Hagan) (Entered: 05/17/2019)
5/16/2019MEMO ENDORSED re: 553 LETTER MOTION Trial Schedule as to Eugene Castelle (10)...ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/16/19) (jbo) (Entered: 05/16/2019)
5/16/2019555SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 05/16/2019)
5/16/2019554SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 05/16/2019)
5/15/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Hagan Scotten dated May 15, 2019 re: Trial Schedule . Document filed by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Scotten, Hagan) (Entered: 05/15/2019)
5/10/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Ernest Montevecchi. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 05/10/2019)
5/9/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Joseph Santapaolo (7). The Defendant pleaded guilty to Count 1. All open counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: time served. The defendant is notified of his right to appeal. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 3 years. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/8/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 05/09/2019)
5/9/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) Count 1,1s,1ss. (lnl) (Entered: 05/09/2019)
5/7/2019ORDER as to Joseph Sabella ( Sentencing set for 6/12/2019 at 04:00 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a sentencing: June 12, 2019 at 4:00pm. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/7/19)(jw) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/7/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Ona T. Wang: Defendant is present with counsel Mr. Meringolo. AUSA Swergold is present. Arraignment as to Albert Armetta (5) Count 1sss held on 5/7/2019. v Plea entered by Albert Armetta (5) Guilty as to Count 1sss. USMJ Wang recommends acceptance of the plea. Control date set for 8/7/19. PSI ordered. Bail is continued. (Court Reporter PRESENT) (jm) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/7/2019Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Albert Armetta. (jm) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/7/2019CONSENT TO PROCEED BEFORE US MAGISTRATE JUDGE ON A FELONY PLEA ALLOCUTION by Albert Armetta. (jm) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/7/2019WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Albert Armetta. (jm) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/7/2019(S8) SUPERSEDING INFORMATION (Felony) filed as to Albert Armetta (5) count(s) 1sss. (jm) (Entered: 05/07/2019)
5/6/2019 REPLY MEMORANDUM OF LAW in Opposition as to Eugene Castelle re: 357 MOTION in Limine . . (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 05/06/2019)
5/6/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to Domenick Miniero (6), Pleaded guilty to Count(s) 1sss, Imprisonment for a total term of Time Served. The defendant is notified of his right to appeal. Supervised release for a term of 3 years. Special Assessment of $100 which is due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/6/19)(jw) (Entered: 05/06/2019)
5/6/2019Set/Reset Hearings as to Ernest Montevecchi:. Sentencing set for 5/17/2019 at 10:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (jbo) (Entered: 05/06/2019)
5/6/2019ORDER as to Ernest Montevecchi. The sentencing set for May 10, 2019 @ 10:00 a.m. is hereby adjourned. You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a sentencing. Date: May 17, 2019. Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: U.S. Courthouse - Southern District of New York, 500 Pearl Street, Courtroom 14D, New York, New York 10007. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/6/19)(jbo) (Entered: 05/06/2019)
5/5/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 05/05/2019)
5/2/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 5/2/2019 for Joseph Santapaolo (7) Count 1sss. (lnl) (Entered: 05/09/2019)
5/2/2019540SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (mhe) (Entered: 05/03/2019)
5/2/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas A. Harvey, Esq. dated May 2, 2019 re: Contingent Modification for Medical Procedure. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/2/2019)(bw) (Entered: 05/02/2019)
5/2/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated May 2, 2019 re: modification for medical . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 05/02/2019)
5/1/2019(S7) SUPERSEDING INDICTMENT FILED as to Eugene Castelle (10) count(s) 1sss, 2sss, 3sss. (bw) (Entered: 05/01/2019)
5/1/2019 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated May 1, 2019 re: Revised Voir Dire Request Document filed by USA. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 05/01/2019)
4/30/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 4/30/2019 for Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1sss. Sentencing held. Defendant present w/attorney Bradley Henry. AUSA, Jason Swergold present. Court reporter Eve Giniger present. Defendant sentenced to time served; 3 years Supervised Release; $100.00 Special Assessment; See judgment for Special Conditions. (bw) (Entered: 05/06/2019)
4/30/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to Joseph Santapaolo. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 04/30/2019)
4/30/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) granting 527 FINAL LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated April 26, 2019 re: modify bail Conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/29/2019) (ap) (Entered: 04/30/2019)
4/29/2019MEMORANDUM in Opposition by USA as to Eugene Castelle re 360 MOTION in Limine .. (Scotten, Hagan) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/29/2019Proposed Jury Instructions by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/29/2019PROPOSED EXAMINATION OF JURORS by USA as to Eugene Castelle. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/29/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Hagan Cordell Scotten appearing for USA. (Scotten, Hagan) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/29/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Bond Revocation Hearing as to Eugene Castelle held on 4/29/2019. Deft. pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; AUSAs, Jason Swergold and Hagen Scotten pres.; PTS Officer Erin Cunningham pres.; Court reporter Eve Giniger pres.; Court denies government's motion for remand; Deft. is cont'd. on bail. (jbo) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/29/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Domenick Miniero addressed to Concerned Parties, from Brigitte Jones, Courtroom Deputy, dated 4/29/2019 re: Adjournment of sentencing. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Sentencing set for 4/30/2019 at 02:30 PM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/29/2019) (ap) (Entered: 04/29/2019)
4/26/2019FINAL LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated April 26, 2019 re: modify bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 04/26/2019)
4/25/2019Proposed Voir Dire Questions by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 04/25/2019)
4/25/2019Proposed Jury Instructions by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 04/25/2019)
4/24/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to George Tropiano. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Sentence proceeding held on 3/29/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 04/24/2019)
4/24/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to George Tropiano re: Sentence held on 3/29/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Thomas Murray, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 5/15/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 5/28/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 7/23/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 04/24/2019)
4/24/2019ORDER as to Eugene Castelle: The bail review hearing previously set for 4/29/19@ 11:00 a.m. is hereby adjourned. You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a bail review hearing.Date: April 29, 2019, Time: 2:30 p.m., Place: U.S. Courthouse - Southern District of New York, 500 Pearl Street, Courtroom 14D, New York, New York 10007. So Ordered. (Bail Review Hearing set for 4/29/2019 at 02:30 PM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/24/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 04/24/2019)
4/19/2019ORDER granting 519 LETTER MOTION Bail Modification as to George Tropiano (4)So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/19/2019) (Entered: 04/19/2019)
4/18/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated April 18, 2019 re: modify bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 04/18/2019)
4/17/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Albert Armetta (5) granting 518 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated April 17, 2019 re: Bail Modification. ENDORSEMENT: Leave granted on a four times per week basis. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/17/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 04/18/2019)
4/17/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Albert Armetta dated April 17, 2019 re: Bail Modification . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 04/17/2019)
4/16/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Domenick Miniero addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Diane Ferrone and Brad Henry dated 4/15/19 re: Reschedule Sentencing....ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned to April 30, 2019 at 11:00am ( Sentencing set for 4/30/2019 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/16/19)(jw) (Entered: 04/16/2019)
4/15/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Diane Ferrone and Brad Henry dated April 15, 2019 re: Reschedule Sentencing . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Ferrone, Diane) (Entered: 04/15/2019)
4/15/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Thomas A. Harvey dated April 15, 2019 re: Contingent Modification Pre-Trial for Medical Procedure. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/15/2019)(bw) (Entered: 04/15/2019)
4/15/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 15, 2019 re: modification for medical . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 04/15/2019)
4/12/2019JUDGMENT OF ACQUITTAL ENTERED as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Counts closed: Count 1,1s,1ss,3,4s,5ss. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/11/2019) (ap) (Entered: 04/12/2019)
4/12/2019JUDGMENT OF ACQUITTAL ENTERED as to John Zancocchio. John Zancocchio (2) Counts closed: Count 1,1s,1ss,3,3ss,4s,5ss. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/11/2019) (ap) (Entered: 04/12/2019)
4/9/2019Sentencing Letter by USA as to Domenick Miniero addressed to Judge Hellerstein from USA dated April 9, 2019 re: Sentencing. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 04/09/2019)
4/8/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) granting 509 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 8, 2019 re: modification for medical. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/8/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 04/09/2019)
4/8/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April 8, 2019 re: modification for medical . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 04/08/2019)
4/4/2019Sentencing Letter by Domenick Miniero addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated April 4, 2019 re: Sentencing. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 04/04/2019)
4/1/2019JUDGMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE as to George Tropiano (4). THE DEFENDANT: pleaded guilty to count 1. All open Counts are dismissed on the motion of the United States. IMPRISONMENT: 41 months. The defendant is notified of his right to appeal. ~ The court makes the following recommendations to the Bureau of Prisons: that the defendant be confined at the Butner facility in order to participate in the RDAP program or the closest facility to NYC that has the RDAP program. The defendant shall surrender for service of sentence at the institution designated by the Bureau of Prisons: before 2 p.m. on 5/1/2019. SUPERVISED RELEASE: 3 years. ASSESSMENT: $100.00 due immediately. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/29/2019) (ap) (Entered: 04/01/2019)
3/29/2019DISMISSAL OF COUNTS on Government Motion as to George Tropiano (4) Count 1,1s,3,4s,5ss. (ap) (Entered: 04/01/2019)
3/29/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Sentencing held on 3/29/2019 for George Tropiano (4) Count 1ss. Deft. pres. w/atty. David Bertan; AUSA, Jason Swergold pres.; Court reporter Tom Murray pres.; Deft. sentenced to 41 months custody; 3 years Supervised Release; $100 Special Assessment; See Judgement for Special Conditions; Deft. shall surrender on May 1, 2019 by 2pm to designated facility. (jbo) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/13/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/13/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/12/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/12/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/11/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/11/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/7/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/7/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/6/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/6/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/6/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/6/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/5/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/5/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/5/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/5/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/4/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/4/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 3/4/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 3/4/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/28/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/28/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/28/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/28/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/27/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/27/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/27/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/27/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/26/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/26/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/26/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/26/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/25/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/25/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/25/19 CORRECTED TRIAL has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/25/19 CORRECTED TRIAL before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kelly Surina, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Trial proceeding held on 2/19/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/29/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio re: Trial held on 2/19/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Karen Gorlaski, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/19/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/29/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/29/2019)
3/27/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle (10) denying 466 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 03/21/2019 re: Modify Bail Conditions. ENDORSEMENT: The jury verdict does not affect the issue of bail pending trial. Motion denied. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/26/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 03/27/2019)
3/26/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Curcio Hearing as to Albert Armetta held on 3/26/2019 as to Albert Armetta( Jury Trial set for 10/21/2019 at 10:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein., Pretrial Conference set for 10/15/2019 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) Deft. Albert Armetta pres. w/attys. Cesar De Castro and John Meringolo; AUSA, Jason Swergold pres. Court reporter Sonia Moore pres. Deft. waives conflict and takes atty. John Meringolo as his new attorney. Trial set for 10/21/19 at 10:00 a.m. (2 weeks excluding Fridays) FPTC is set for 10/15/19 at 11:00 a.m. Time excluded until 10/21/19; in the interest of justice; Motion to modify bail is denied. (jw) (Entered: 03/27/2019)
3/26/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Domenick Miniero addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Bradley L. Henry dated March 25, 2019 re: submitted to ask that the Court to adjourn the sentencing that is currently scheduled for April 16, 2019. ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned to April 17, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/26/2019)(bw) (Entered: 03/26/2019)
3/25/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 03/21/2019 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 03/25/2019)
3/25/2019CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated March 25, 2019 re: Adjourn Sentencing . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 03/25/2019)
3/25/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney McMahon, Gerald to RE-FILE Document 463 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 03/25/2019)
3/22/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by USA as to George Tropiano. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 03/22/2019)
3/21/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) Modified on 3/25/2019 (ka). (Entered: 03/21/2019)
3/21/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by George Tropiano. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit letters in support, # 2 Exhibit Article re Hurricane Sandy)(Bertan, David) (Entered: 03/21/2019)
3/20/2019 VERDICT FORM. as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. (ap) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/20/2019460SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/20/2019459SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/20/2019Set/Reset Hearings as to Domenick Miniero: Sentencing set for 4/16/2019 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (ap) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/20/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Domenick Miniero (6) granting 455 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated March 15, 2019 re: Adjourn Sentencing. ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned to April 16, 2019, at 11:30 am. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/19/2019) (ap) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/20/2019ORDER ACCEPTING THE PLEA ALLOCUTION BEFORE A U.S. MAGISTRATE JUDGE as to George Tropiano. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT the defendant's guilty plea is accepted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/19/2019) (ap) (Entered: 03/20/2019)
3/19/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Cesar de Castro dated 3.19.2019 re: modification of bail conditions . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (De Castro, Cesar) (Entered: 03/19/2019)
3/15/2019CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated March 15, 2019 re: Adjourn Sentencing . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 03/15/2019)
3/13/2019JURY VERDICT as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Not Guilty on Count 1ss,5ss and John Zancocchio (2) Not Guilty on Count 1ss,3ss,5ss. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/13/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/13/2019. Jury trial completed; Jury reached verdict of not guilty as to deft. Joseph Cammarano on counts 1ss and 5ss and not guilty as to deft John Zancocchio on counts 1ss, 3ss and 5ss. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/13/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated March 13, 2019 re: Potential Curcio Issue . Document filed by John Zancocchio as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 03/13/2019)
3/12/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/12/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/11/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/11/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/7/2019ORDER granting 452 LETTER MOTION Bail Modification as to George Tropiano (4) re: permit travel to New Jersey to attend funeral mass and funeral. So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/7/2019). (Entered: 03/07/2019)
3/7/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-07) Joseph Santapaolo addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Jill R. Shellow dated February 27, 2019 re: This morning I learned from the Government that Joseph Santapaola's sentencing has been re-scheduled to May 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. I am writing to request a different date. ENDORSEMENT: Sentencing is adjourned until April 11, 2019 at 11:30 am. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/7/2019)(bw) (Entered: 03/07/2019)
3/7/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 7, 2019 re: permit travel to New Jersey to attend funeral mass and funeral . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 03/07/2019)
3/7/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to George Tropiano: Notice to Attorney Bertan, David to RE-FILE Document 451 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release to allow attendance at funeral. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 03/07/2019)
3/7/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release to allow attendance at funeral. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) Modified on 3/7/2019 (ka). (Entered: 03/07/2019)
3/6/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/6/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/6/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) on 445 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated March 5, 2019 re: extend curfew for wake. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/6/2019) (ap) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
3/6/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated March 6, 2019 re: Expected Testimony . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
3/5/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/5/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/5/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated March 5, 2019 re: Judicial Notice Request . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 03/05/2019)
3/5/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 444 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 4, 2019 re: Modify bail conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/5/2019) (ap) (Entered: 03/05/2019)
3/5/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated March 5, 2019 re: extend curfew for wake . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 03/05/2019)
3/4/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 3/4/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/18/2019)
3/4/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 4, 2019 re: Modify bail conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 03/04/2019)
2/28/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 2/28/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
2/27/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 2/27/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
2/27/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 02/27/2019 re: Re-scheduling sentencing date . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 02/27/2019)
2/27/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Ernest Montevecchi. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 2/12/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/27/2019)
2/27/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Ernest Montevecchi re: Plea held on 2/12/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Thomas Murray, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 3/20/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/1/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/28/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/27/2019)
2/26/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 2/26/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
2/26/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated 2/26/2019 re: Request to Admit Recorded Conversation . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/26/2019)
2/25/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Jury Trial as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio held on 2/25/2019. Jury trial cont'd. (jbo) (Entered: 03/05/2019)
2/25/2019SENTENCING SUBMISSION by Joseph Santapaolo. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A-E, # 2 Exhibit F-L)(Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 25, 2019 re: Use of Recordings During Cross Examination . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Sabella. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 2/12/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Sabella re: Plea held on 2/12/19 before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 3/18/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/28/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/28/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019 LETTER by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Christine Lucatorto, Esq dated 2/22/2019 re: Christine Lucatorto writes with respect to several subpoenas which were issued to the New York City Police Department ("NYPD") in the above referenced matter, as well as a motion to compel filed by Defense Counsel, John Meringolo, Esq., and an Order signed by this Court. (ap) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle: The New York Police Department shall appear on February 26, 2018, at 10 a.m., to explain its non-compliance with the Court's February 22, 2019 order (ECF 426). (Status Conference set for 2/26/2019 at 10:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/25/2019) (ap) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/25/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 25, 2019 re: Oppo. to Defs. Motion to Preclude RICO Acts Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/25/2019)
2/24/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph Cammarano, Jr., John Zancocchio dated 2/24/19 re: 288 Letter, re: Motion to Preclude Additional RICO Acts . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 02/24/2019)
2/24/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 24, 2019 re: Oppo. to Defs.' Feb. 23 Brady Motion Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/24/2019)
2/23/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated 2/23/2019 re: Requesting in camera review of agents' unproduced notes . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/23/2019)
2/22/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 22, 2019 re: Subpoena Noncompliance . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/22/2019)
2/22/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 22, 2019 re: Request for 3500(c) Order Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/22/2019)
2/22/2019ORDER granting MOTION TO COMPEL SUBPOENA COMPLIANCE 425 as to John Zancocchio. It is hereby ORDERED that the NYPD produce to defense counsel all personnel and disciplinary records, including Internal Affairs Bureau investigations and decisions, related to NYPD officers Joshua Vanderpool, Gregory Marotta, and John Denesopolis; and it is ORDERED that the NYPD produce to defense counsel all written communications, including notes, emails, text messages, and other phone data with cooperating witness, Peter Lovaglio, since the inception of his cooperation with the NYPD, including the time periods during which he was deactivated from cooperation; and it is ORDERED that the NYPD produce to defense counsel all written communications, including notes, emails, text messages, and other phone data with cooperating witness, Peter Lovaglio, concerning monetary payments given to him by the NYPD and/or other governmental agencies; and it is ORDERED that, to the extent these requested communications have not been preserved, that the NYPD produce documentation confirming such deletions or failures to preserve.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/22/2019) (jw) (Entered: 02/22/2019)
2/22/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 22, 2019 re: Motion to Compel Subpoena Compliance . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order Proposed Order)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/22/2019)
2/21/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated 2/12/2019 re: To request that any objections raised by one defense counsel should be considered to be made by all defense counsel....ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/20/19)(jw) (Entered: 02/21/2019)
2/21/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 21, 2019 re: Compel Subpoena Compliance ., MOTION to Compel . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/21/2019)
2/20/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT 421 LETTER MOTION To request permission for him to go to the Department of Motor Vehicles in NJ as to Joseph Sabella...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/20/2019) (jw) (Entered: 02/20/2019)
2/20/2019CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 2/20/19 re: Permission for Mr. Sabella to Visit the DMV to Replace Lost Driver's License . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 02/20/2019)
2/19/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Voir Dire held on 2/19/2019 as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. Jury trial began; Deft. Joseph Cammarano pres. w/attys. Elizabeth Macedonio and Jennifer Louis-Jeune; Deft. John Zancocchio pres. w/atty. John Meringolo; AUSAs Jason Swergold, Gina Castellano; Court reporters Karen Gorlaski and Kelly Surina; Jury empaneled and sworn; Court adjourned until 2/25/19 @ 10:00 a.m. (jbo) (Entered: 03/05/2019)
2/19/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT denying 401 LETTER MOTION The defense asks the Court to reconsider its ruling precluding cross-examination of CW-1 about all aspects of his domestic violence assault as to John Zancocchio...ENDORSEMENT..Motion denied. Defendant offers no information that I did not previously consider. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/19/19) (jw) (Entered: 02/19/2019)
2/19/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT denying 402 LETTER MOTION To request reconsideration of its ruling concerning certain recordings deemed admissible against defendant, John Zancocchio...ENDORSEMENT...Motion denied. Defendant offers no information that I did not previously consider. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/19/19) (jw) (Entered: 02/19/2019)
2/15/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1), John Zancocchio (2) denying 415 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated February 14, 2019 re: Motion in Limine to Preclude Cross Re Unrelated CCRB Findings. ENDORSEMENT: Motion denied, with leave to renew prior to cross examination. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/15/2019) (ap) (Entered: 02/15/2019)
2/15/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1), John Zancocchio (2) terminating 409 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Cammarano Jr, John Zancocchio dated 2/14/19 re: Request to Adjourn Opening Statements. ENDORSEMENT: The application may be made at the time of jury selection. Same relief is likely to be granted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 02/15/2019)
2/14/2019MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio (2)denying 407 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 14, 2019 re: Brady Issue. ENDORSEMENT: Denied. Defendant can subpoena any parties in possession of the phone or text messages. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2019) (lnl) (Entered: 02/15/2019)
2/14/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated February 14, 2019 re: Motion in Limine to Preclude Cross Re Unrelated CCRB Findings. . Document filed by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019LETTER RESPONSE to Motion by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated February 14, 2019 re: 409 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Cammarano Jr, John Zancocchio dated 2/14/19 re: Request to Adjourn Opening Statements .. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 14, 2019 re: Opposition to Defendant's Brady Motion Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 2/7/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle re: Conference held on 2/7/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Raquel Robles, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 3/7/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/18/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/15/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Cammarano Jr, John Zancocchio dated 2/14/19 re: Request to Adjourn Opening Statements . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019ORDER as to Simone Esposito: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the defendant's guilty plea is accepted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2019) (ap) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/14/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 14, 2019 re: Brady Issue . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/13/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 13, 2019 re: Opposition to Def's Letter Motion for Reconsideration Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/13/2019)
2/12/2019CONSENT TO PROCEED BEFORE US MAGISTRATE JUDGE ON A FELONY PLEA ALLOCUTION by Joseph Sabella. (jw) (Entered: 02/14/2019)
2/12/2019Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Ernest Montevecchi. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/12/19)(jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019Change of Not Guilty Plea to Guilty Plea as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1ss. (jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Change of Plea Hearing as to Ernest Montevecchi held on 2/12/2019. Plea entered by Ernest Montevecchi (9) Guilty as to Count 1ss. Deft. pres. w/atty. Tom Harvey; AUSA, Jacob Fiddleman pres.; Court reporter Tom Murray pres.; Deft. w/draws previous plea of not guilty and enters a plea of guilty to count 1; PSI Ordered; Sentencing set for 5/10/19 @ 11:00 a.m.; Deft. cont'd. on bail. (Sentencing set for 5/10/2019 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Joseph Sabella. (Signed by Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman on 2/12/19)(jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019Change of Not Guilty Plea to Guilty Plea as to Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1ss. (jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Change of Plea Hearing as to Joseph Sabella held on 2/12/2019. Plea entered by Joseph Sabella (3) Guilty as to Count 1ss. Defendant present with counsel Joseph Corozzo. A.U.S.A. Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant withdraws plea of not guilty and enters a plea of Guilty to Count # 1. Mag. Judge Fox recommends that District Judge Hellerstein accept the plea. Court reporter present. PSI ordered. Bail continued. Control date: 6/12/19. (jbo) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 12, 2019 re: Defense Objections . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 12, 2019 re: Reconsideration of Recordings Admissibility . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/12/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 12, 2019 re: Reconsideration of CW2 bias . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/11/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Michael David Bradley appearing for Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. nunc pro tunc to 01/15/2019. (Bradley, Michael) (Entered: 02/11/2019)
2/11/2019Set/Reset Hearings as to Albert Armetta: Status Conference set for 3/13/2019 at 04:00 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (ap) (Entered: 02/11/2019)
2/11/2019ORDER ON PRETRIAL MOTIONS On February 7, 2019, the Court held the final pretrial conference in this case, at which various pretrial motions and motions in limine were discussed. For the reasons stated on the record during the conference, the Court makes the following rulings: Defendant Albert Armetta ("Annetta") is severed for the purposes of trial. Armetta shall appear for a status conference with new counsel on March 13, 2019, at 4 p.m. Time is excluded as to Armetta in the interest of justice. Defendants' motion to sever trial is denied as to Defendant Ernest Montevecchi and is granted as to Eugene Castelle ("Castelle"). Trial for Castelle shall begin May 20, 2019. Time for Castelle is excluded in the interest of justice. Defendants' three motions to dismiss are each denied. Defendants' motion to preclude the testimony of John Carillo is denied. Defendants' motion to exclude the testimony of Kevin Beyer is denied as premature in light of Castelle's severance. Defendant Joseph Cammarano's ("Cammarano") motion in limine to exclude his 2002 conviction for conspiracy to commit money laundering is granted. Cammarano's to exclude his 2007 conviction for conspiracy is denied. Cammarano's motion to exclude his 2010 non-compliance with supervised release is granted as to the fact of his non-compliance and denied as to the underlying facts described therein. Defendant John Zancocchio's motion to exclude his 1990 conviction is denied as moot, because the Government has represented that it does not plan to introduce the conviction. His motion to exclude his 2001 and 2003 convictions is denied. Defendant Joseph Sabella's motion in limine to exclude his 2004 racketeering conviction is denied. Montevicchi' s motion to exclude his prior conviction is granted. The Government's motion in limine to admit various out of court statements is granted. Its motion to preclude cross examination on domestic violence altercations is granted. The Government's motion to exclude evidence relating to defendants' health and family obligations is denied as premature. Defendants shall have the option to exercise thirteen peremptory challenges, and the Government shall have the option to exercise seven. The Clerk is instructed to terminate the motions pending at ECF 360, 362, 365, 378, and 381. MOTIONS as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/11/2019) (ap) Modified on 2/12/2019 (ap). (Entered: 02/11/2019)
2/11/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Simone Esposito. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 2/5/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/11/2019)
2/11/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Simone Esposito re: Plea held on 2/5/19 before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 3/4/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/14/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/13/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/11/2019)
2/8/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 8, 2019 re: Computer Request . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/08/2019)
2/8/2019***NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY ERROR as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr: Notice to Attorney Bradley, Michael to RE-FILE Document 395 Notice of Attorney Appearance - Defendant. ERROR(S): Document has not been fully secured, item can be changed/altered in real time. (ka) (Entered: 02/08/2019)
2/8/2019 FILING ERROR - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY - NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Michael David Bradley appearing for Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. nunc pro tunc to 01/15/2019. (Bradley, Michael) Modified on 2/8/2019 (ka). (Entered: 02/08/2019)
2/7/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Pretrial Conference as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle held on 2/7/2019, as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle( Jury Trial set for 5/20/2019 at 10:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein., Pretrial Conference set for 5/13/2019 at 04:00 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) Deft. pres. Joseph Cammarano pres. w/attys. Elizabeth Macedonio and Jennifer Louis-Jeune; Deft. John Zancocchio pres. John Meringolo; Deft. John Sabella pres. Ron Rubenstein and Angela Lipman, Deft. Albert Armetta pres. Vincent Martinelli & Cesar de Castro; Deft. Ernest Montevecchi pres. w/atty. Tom Harvey; Deft. Eugene Castelle pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; Defts. Castelles motion to severe is granted. Trial shall begin on May 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Time excluded until 5/20/19; in the interest of justice; Deft. Armetta is also severed; Deft. will obtain new counsel by March 13, 2019; Conf. set 5/13/2019 at 4:00 p.m. Time excluded until 5/13/19; in the interest of justice; Bail is contd. for all defts (jw) (Entered: 02/12/2019)
2/7/2019Request To Charge by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019Proposed Voir Dire Questions by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo, Angela D. Lipsman, Elizabeth E. Macedonio, John Meringolo and Thomas Harvey dated 2/7/19 re: Requested Limiting Instruction re: Priors . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Lipsman, Angela) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph Cammarano Jr., et al dated 2/7/19 re: 388 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph Cammarano Jr., et al. dated February 7, 2019 re: Proposed Voir Dire . re: Withdrawing Request for Questionnaire . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph Cammarano Jr., et al dated 2/7/19 re: Proposed Jury Instructions . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi: Notice to Attorney Louis-Jeune, Jennifer to RE-FILE Document 389 Proposed Jury Instructions. Use the event type Letter found under the event list Other Documents. (ka) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - Proposed Jury Instructions by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) Modified on 2/7/2019 (ka). (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/7/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph Cammarano Jr., et al. dated February 7, 2019 re: Proposed Voir Dire . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Ernest Montevecchi. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 02/07/2019)
2/5/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Plea entered by Simone Esposito (8) Guilty as to Count 1sss. (ap) (Entered: 06/18/2019)
2/5/2019NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 1/8/19 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Conference held on 1/8/19 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Vincent Bologna, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 2/26/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/8/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/6/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019CONSENT TO PROCEED BEFORE US MAGISTRATE JUDGE ON A FELONY PLEA ALLOCUTION by Simone Esposito. (jm) (Main Document 385 replaced on 2/5/2019) (jm). (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Simone Esposito. (jm) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019(S6) SUPERSEDING INFORMATION (Felony) filed as to Simone Esposito (8) count(s) 1sss. (jm) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold re: Opposition to Defs' Letter Motion to Dismiss Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019Oral Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Simone Esposito. (Signed by Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman on 2/5/2019) (ap) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/5/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Change of Plea Hearing as to Simone Esposito held on 2/5/2019. Defendant present with counsel Jon Marvinny. A.U.S.A. - Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant withdraws plea of not guilty and enters a plea of Guilty to Count #1. Mag. Judge Pitman recommends that District Judge Hellerstein accept the plea. Court reporter present. PSI ordered. Bail continued. (ap) (Entered: 02/05/2019)
2/4/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated February 4, 2019 re: Dismiss Indictment Due to Cooperator Bias . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/04/2019)
2/1/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 2/1/19 re: Proposed Timeline Document filed by USA. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 02/01/2019)
2/1/2019 LETTER by John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated January 31, 2019 re: Interest of all defendants in the scheduled Curcio proceeding (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/01/2019)
2/1/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 1, 2019 re: Production of Govt. Exhibits and Witness List . Document filed by John Zancocchio as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/01/2019)
2/1/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to John Zancocchio: Notice to Attorney Meringolo, John to RE-FILE Document 376 Reply. Use the event type Letter found under the event list Other Documents. (ka) (Entered: 02/01/2019)
1/31/2019 REPLY MEMORANDUM OF LAW in Support by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle re: 357 MOTION in Limine . . (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 01/31/2019)
1/31/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - REPLY by John Zancocchio re: 373 Letter, filed by USA Concerning Codefendants' Interest in Curcio Proceeding. (Meringolo, John) Modified on 2/1/2019 (ka). (Entered: 01/31/2019)
1/30/2019ORDER GRANTING A CURCIO HEARING: as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. Defendant Albert Annetta, joined by the other defendants, moves for a proceeding pursuant to United States v. Curcio, 680 F.2d 881 (2d Cir. 1982). The Curcio issue and all other remaining issues will be heard at the final pretrial conference on February 7, 2019, at 11 a.m. At that time, the Court will consider all evidentiary material that may be relevant. The Clerk is instructed to terminate the motions (ECF 369, 371). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/30/2019)(bw) (Entered: 01/30/2019)
1/30/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Cesar De Castro appearing for Albert Armetta. Appearance Type: Retained. (De Castro, Cesar) (Entered: 01/30/2019)
1/29/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated Jan. 29, 2019 re: Request for Curcio Proceeding Document filed by USA. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 01/29/2019)
1/28/2019 REPLY MEMORANDUM OF LAW in Opposition by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle re: 357 MOTION in Limine . . (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019JOINT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Meringolo dated 1/28/2019 re: 369 FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 1/28/19 re: Curcio Hearing Regarding a Curcio Issue. re: Joining Request for Curcio Hearing . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019MEMORANDUM in Opposition by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle re 359 FIRST MOTION in Limine ., 360 MOTION in Limine .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Transcript in US v. Brown)(Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 1/28/19 re: Curcio Hearing Regarding a Curcio Issue. Document filed by Albert Armetta as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019368SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (mhe) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Albert Armetta: Notice to Attorney Martinelli, Vincent to RE-FILE Document 367 FIRST MOTION for Hearing Regarding a Curcio Issue.FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 1/28/19 re: A Curcio Hearing be scheduled as soon as convenient to the Court and counsel. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/28/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - FIRST MOTION for Hearing Regarding a Curcio Issue., FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 1/28/19 re: A Curcio Hearing be scheduled as soon as convenient to the Court and counsel. Document filed by Albert Armetta as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Martinelli, Vincent) Modified on 1/28/2019 (ka). (Entered: 01/28/2019)
1/27/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 1/27/2019 re: Opposition to Motion to Dismiss Document filed by USA. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 01/27/2019)
1/27/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated January 27, 2019 re: Motion to Dismiss . Document filed by John Zancocchio as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 01/27/2019)
1/25/2019ORDER ON PRODUCTION as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. The Court grants the Government request, made under seal, for delayed production of certain material subject to disclosure pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3500. This production shall be completed by January 29, 2019. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/25/2019)(bw) (Entered: 01/25/2019)
1/21/2019 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 1/21/2019 re: Opposition to MTD Document filed by USA. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 01/21/2019)
1/21/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated January 21, 2019 re: Dismissal of Superseding Indictment . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(Meringolo, John) (Entered: 01/21/2019)
1/15/2019MEMORANDUM in Support by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle re 360 MOTION in Limine .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C)(Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 01/15/2019)
1/15/2019 MOTION in Limine . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 01/15/2019)
1/15/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney Louis-Jeune, Jennifer to RE-FILE Document 359 FIRST MOTION in Limine. Use the event type Memorandum in Support of Motion found under the event list Replies, Opposition and Supporting Documents. (ka) (Entered: 01/15/2019)
1/15/2019NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney Swergold, Jason to RE-FILE Document 357 MOTION in Limine. Use the event type Memorandum in Support of Motion found under the event list Replies, Opposititon and Supporting Documents.***NOTE: First, file Motion in Limine, then re-file and link supporting Memorandum. SEPARATE DOCKET ENTRY FOR EACH. (ka) (Entered: 01/15/2019)
1/14/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - FIRST MOTION in Limine . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C)(Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) Modified on 1/15/2019 (ka). (Entered: 01/14/2019)
1/14/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Jennifer Rushing Louis-Jeune appearing for Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. (Louis-Jeune, Jennifer) (Entered: 01/14/2019)
1/14/2019 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION in Limine . Document filed by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Swergold, Jason) Modified on 1/15/2019 (ka). (Entered: 01/14/2019)
1/13/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Carla Marie Sanderson appearing for Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. (Sanderson, Carla) (Entered: 01/13/2019)
1/8/2019Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Bond Modification Hearing as to Eugene Castelle held on 1/8/2019. Deft. pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; AUSA, Jason Swergold pres.; PTS Officer Erin Cunningham pres.; Court reporter Vincent Bologna pres.; Bail modification is denied. (jbo) (Entered: 01/08/2019)
1/7/2019ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. The bail modification hearing previously set for 1/8/19 @ 11:00 a.m. You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a bail modification hearing. (Bond Hearing set for 1/8/2019 at 02:30 PM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/7/2019)(ft) (Entered: 01/07/2019)
1/5/2019NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Jacob Ross Fiddelman appearing for USA. (Fiddelman, Jacob) (Entered: 01/05/2019)
1/4/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Thomas A. Harvey dated January 4, 2019 re: Permission to Leave Home at 8:00 A.M. for Doctor's Appointment on January 9, 2019. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/4/2019)(bw) (Entered: 01/04/2019)
1/4/2019 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated 1/04/19 re: leave home early for doctor . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 01/04/2019)
1/2/2019ENDORSED LETTER as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Concerned Parties, from Brigitte Jones, Courtroom Deputy, dated 1/2/2019 re: Bail Modification Hearing. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Bail Hearing set for 1/8/2019 at 11:00 AM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/2/2019) (ap) Modified on 1/3/2019 (ap). (Entered: 01/02/2019)
12/27/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Santapaolo. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 11/26/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/27/2018)
12/27/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Santapaolo re: Plea held on 11/26/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Rebecca Forman, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 1/17/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/28/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/27/2018)
12/27/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to George Tropiano. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 12/12/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/27/2018)
12/27/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to George Tropiano re: Plea held on 12/12/18 before Magistrate Judge James L. Cott. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 1/17/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/28/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/27/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/27/2018)
12/27/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the defendant's guilty plea is accepted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/26/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 12/27/2018)
12/20/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio (2) on 344 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated December 19, 2018 re: Bail Modification for Christmas Eve. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/20/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/20/2018)
12/19/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated December 19, 2018 re: Bail Modification for Christmas Eve . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 336 LETTER MOTION filed by Joseph Sabella (3), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Joseph R. Corozzo dated 12/18/18 re: Permission for Christmas Eve (this coming Monday). ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/19/2018) (bw) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Thomas Harvey dated December 19, 2018 re: I am unsure what additional information the Court is seeking, but request Mr. Montevecchi be allowed to attend Christmas Eve dinner from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. The details having been provided, my earlier Order of 12/19/18 (Doc.# 337) is vacated. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/19/2018)(bw) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 19, 2018 re: Extending Curfew Christmas Eve . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Domenick Miniero. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Plea proceeding held on 11/27/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Domenick Miniero re: Plea held on 11/27/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Michael McDaniel, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 1/9/2019. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/22/2019. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/19/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle on re: 331 Letter, LETTER by USA from AUSA Jason Swergold dated December 17, 2018 re: Schedule for Final Pretrial Conference. (Motions due by 1/14/2019. Responses due by 1/28/2019. Replies due by 1/31/2019. Pretrial Conference set for 2/7/2019 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/19/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/19/2018[*** NOTE: THIS ORDER IS VACATED. SEE ENDORSED LETTER, DOC.# 342 , FILED ON 12/19/2018. ***] MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi on re: 324 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 12, 2018 re: extend curfew Christmas Eve and day. ENDORSEMENT: Denied as to 12/24/18 because of insufficient details. Granted as to 12/25/18. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/19/2018) (ap); Modified on 12/19/2018 (bw). (Entered: 12/19/2018)
12/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 12/18/18 re: Permission for Christmas Eve (this coming Monday) . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 12/18/2018)
12/18/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) on 333 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated 12/18/18 re: Modification of Bail. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/18/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/18/2018)
12/18/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) denying 332 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 18, 2018 re: attend co-defendant meeting. ENDORSEMENT: Since counsel can attend, defendant Montevecchi's presence does not justify a breach of curfew. Leave is denied. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/18/2018) (ap) (Main Document 334 replaced on 12/18/2018) (ap). (Entered: 12/18/2018)
12/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated 12/18/18 re: Modification of Bail . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 12/18/2018)
12/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 18, 2018 re: attend co-defendant meeting . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/18/2018)
12/17/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated December 17, 2018 re: Schedule for Final Pretrial Conference Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 12/17/2018)
12/14/2018 LETTER by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 12/14/2018 re: Reply Letter Brief re Bail Motion (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/14/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 326 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan dated December 13, 2018 re: modify bail conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/14/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/14/2018 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated December 14, 2018 re: Opposition to Eugene Castelle's Bail Motion Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/13/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan dated December 13, 2018 re: modify bail conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 12/13/2018)
12/13/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) on 324 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 12, 2018 re: extend curfew Christmas Eve and day. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/12/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/13/2018)
12/12/2018CONSENT TO PROCEED BEFORE US MAGISTRATE JUDGE ON A FELONY PLEA ALLOCUTION by George Tropiano. (jm) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/12/2018Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to George Tropiano. (Signed by Magistrate Judge James L. Cott on 12/12/18)(jw) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/12/2018Change of Not Guilty Plea to Guilty Plea as to George Tropiano (4) Count 1ss. (jw) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge James L. Cott:Change of Plea Hearing as to George Tropiano held on 12/12/2018., Plea entered by George Tropiano (4) Guilty as to Count 1ss. Defendant present with attorney David Bertan. A.U.S.A. Swergold present. Court reporter present. Defendant withdraws the not guilty plea and enters a plea of Guilty to Count 1. Mag. Judge James Cott recommends that Judge Hellerstein accept the guilty plea. Sentence Date 3/29/2019. PSI Ordered. Bail Cont'd (jw) (Entered: 12/14/2018)
12/12/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated December 12, 2018 re: extend curfew Christmas Eve and day . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/12/2018)
12/11/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 12/11/2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 12/11/2018)
12/11/2018322SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 12/11/2018)
12/4/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 319 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated December 3, 3018 re: Modify Bail conditions to permit attendance at a memorial mass. ENDORSEMENT: So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 12/3/2018) (ap) (Entered: 12/04/2018)
12/3/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Annalisa Miron appearing for Simone Esposito. Appearance Type: Public Defender or Community Defender Appointment. (Miron, Annalisa) (Entered: 12/03/2018)
12/3/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated December 3, 3018 re: Modify Bail conditions to permit attendance at a memorial mass. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 12/03/2018)
11/30/20183500 PROTECTIVE ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle...regarding procedures to be followed that shall govern the handling of confidential material... (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/30/2018) (See ORDER set forth) (ap) (Entered: 11/30/2018)
11/29/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Joseph Santapaolo in amount of $100,000.00. Surrender of passport and no new travel documents; No communication with victims or witnesses; No contact with defendants without the presence of counsel; Travel limits restrict to the SDNY, EDNY, DNJ and all Pennsylvania Districts. (jw) (Entered: 03/06/2019)
11/27/2018317SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/27/2018Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Domenick Miniero. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/27/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: S(4) Information and Waiver filed. AUSA Swergold is present. Defendant is present with attorney Mike McDaniels. Arraignment as to Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1sss held on 11/27/2018. Plea entered by Domenick Miniero (6) Guilty as to Count 1sss. PSR ordered. Bail continued. Sentencing set for 3/21/19. (Court Reporter Mike McDaniels) (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/27/2018WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Domenick Miniero. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/27/2018(S4) SUPERSEDING INFORMATION (Felony) filed as to Domenick Miniero (6) count(s) 1sss. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/26/2018Order of Referral to Probation for Presentence Investigation and Report as to Joseph Santapaolo. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/26/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: S(3) Information and Waiver filed. Defendant is present with attorney Jill Shellow; AUSA Castellano is also present. Arraignment as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) Count 1sss held on 11/26/2018. Plea entered by Joseph Santapaolo (7) Guilty as to Count 1sss., As to Joseph Santapaolo. PSI is ordered. Bail continued. ( Sentencing set for 3/1/2019 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (Court Reporter Revecca Forman) (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/26/2018WAIVER OF INDICTMENT by Joseph Santapaolo. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/26/2018(S3) SUPERSEDING INFORMATION (Felony) filed as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) count(s) 1sss. (jm) (Entered: 11/27/2018)
11/20/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 310 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 20, 2018 re: modify bail conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered, both requests. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/20/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/20/2018)
11/20/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) on 291 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated 11/15/18 re: modification bail thanksgiving dinner. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/20/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/20/2018)
11/20/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 20, 2018 re: modify bail conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 11/20/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to John Zancocchio (2) Count 1ss, 3ss, 5ss. Defendant John Zancocchio present with Attorney John Merintolo. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1ss. Defendant Ernest Montevecchi present with Attorney Leonardo Aldrigge. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Count 1ss, 5ss. Defendant Joseph Cammarano present with Attorney Elizabeth Macedonio. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1ss, 3ss, 5ss. Defendant Joseph Sabella present with Attorney Joseph Corozzo. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Albert Armetta (5) Count 1ss, 2ss. Defendant Albert Armetta present with Attorney Vincent Maravelli. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1ss, 5ss. Defendant Domenick Miniero present with Attorney Bradley Henry. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/19/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Arraignment as to Eugene Castelle (10) Count 4ss, 5ss, 6ss. Defendant Eugene Castelle present with Attorney Gerald McMahon. AUSA Jason Swergold present for the Government. Defendant Arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty. Speedy Trial time excluded until 2/18/2019. (ft) (Entered: 11/19/2018)
11/16/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Diane Ferrone appearing for Domenick Miniero. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. Associate Counsel (Ferrone, Diane) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Albert Armetta. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Hearing proceeding held on 10/23/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Albert Armetta re: Hearing held on 10/23/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Jerry Harrison, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 12/7/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 12/17/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 2/14/2019. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 293 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 16, 2018 re: excuse appearance at arraignment. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/16/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) on 290 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 11/15/2018 re: Request to be permitted to waive personal appearance at arraignment on S2 indictment. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/16/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Domenick Miniero (6) granting 294 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated November 16, 2018 re: Excuse Appearance at Arraignment. ENDORSEMENT: Waiver Approved. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/16/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Angela Danielle Lipsman appearing for Joseph Sabella. Appearance Type: Retained. (Lipsman, Angela) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated November 16, 2018 re: Excuse Appearance at Arraignment . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Waiver of Arraignment)(Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 16, 2018 re: excuse appearance at arraignment . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit signed waiver of right to appear)(Bertan, David) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018***NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY ERROR as to George Tropiano: Notice to Attorney Bertan, David to RE-FILE Document 292 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 16, 2018 re: Waive appearance at arraignment. ERROR(S): Attorney signature missing from the document. (ka) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018 FILING ERROR - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY - SIGNATURE ERROR - LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 16, 2018 re: Waive appearance at arraignment . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit Waiver of appearance)(Bertan, David) Modified on 11/16/2018 (ka). (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/16/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated 11/15/18 re: modification bail thanksgiving dinner . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/15/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle (10) on 289 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 11/15/2018 re: Waive Appearance at Arraignment on Consent. ENDORSMEENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/15/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/16/2018)
11/15/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 11/15/2018 re: Request to be permitted to waive personal appearance at arraignment on S2 indictment . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Attachments: # 1 Waiver of Presence)(Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 11/15/2018)
11/15/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 11/15/2018 re: Waive Appearance at Arraignment on Consent . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 11/15/2018)
11/15/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSAs Jason Swergold and Gina Castellano dated November 15, 2018 re: Government's Enterprise Letter Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 11/15/2018)
11/15/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Simone Esposito (8) on 286 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated November 14, 2018 re: Waive appearance. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/15/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/15/2018)
11/14/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated November 14, 2018 re: Waive appearance . Document filed by Simone Esposito. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 11/14/2018)
11/13/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio (2) on 281 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated November 9, 2018 re: Correction to 11/7/18 request. ENDORSEMENT: So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/13/2018) (ap) (Entered: 11/13/2018)
11/13/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 282 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 13, 2018 re: temporary bail modification to attend wake and funeral. ENDORSEMENT: 1. Attendance at the mass is approved, plus travel time as indicated. 2. Attendance at the wake is limited to one hour, plus travel time at each end. 3. Def't. shall notify pretrial services of addresses and exact travel times. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/13/2018) (ap) Modified on 11/14/2018 (ap). (Entered: 11/13/2018)
11/13/2018(S2) SUPERSEDING INDICTMENT FILED as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr (1) count(s) 1ss, 5ss, John Zancocchio (2) count(s) 1ss, 3ss, 5ss, Joseph Sabella (3) count(s) 1ss, 3ss, 5ss, George Tropiano (4) count(s) 1ss, 5ss, Albert Armetta (5) count(s) 1ss, 2ss, Domenick Miniero (6) count(s) 1ss, 5ss, Joseph Santapaolo (7) count(s) 1ss, Simone Esposito (8) count(s) 1ss, Ernest Montevecchi (9) count(s) 1ss, Eugene Castelle (10) count(s) 4ss, 5ss, 6ss. (jm) (Entered: 11/13/2018)
11/13/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated November 13, 2018 re: temporary bail modification to attend wake and funeral. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 11/13/2018)
11/9/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated November 9, 2018 re: Correction to 11/7/18 request . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 11/09/2018)
11/9/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) granting 279 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated November 8, 2018. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/9/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 11/09/2018)
11/8/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated November 8, 2018 . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 11/08/2018)
11/8/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio (2) granting 277 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated November 7, 2018 re: Church Ceremony Attendance Request. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/8/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 11/08/2018)
11/7/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated November 7, 2018 re: Church Ceremony Attendance Request . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 11/07/2018)
11/6/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Gerald J. McMahon dated November 1, 2018 re: Pretrial, by USPO Erin Cunningham, advises that it is appropriate for Mr. Castelle to be out on a curfew set by Pretrial Services until after the funeral. Mr. Castelle understands that he will need to provide addresses for family member's homes, funeral homes, restaurant (repast), etc. USPO Cunninghmn says that he has been compliant with conditions and I do not foresee this being a problem. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/6/2018)(bw) (Entered: 11/07/2018)
11/2/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle on re: 274 LETTER by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from GERALD J. McMAHON, ESQ. dated November 1, 2018 re: Death in Family Notice. ENDORSEMENT: A curfew, regulated by Pre Trial Services, may be put into effect. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 11/2/2018)(ap) (Entered: 11/02/2018)
11/1/2018 LETTER by Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from GERALD J. McMAHON, ESQ. dated November 1, 2018 re: Death in Family Notice (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 11/01/2018)
10/31/2018273ORDER denying 269 LETTER MOTION motion for reconsideration of bail conditions as to John Zancocchio. The government, opposing defendant's motion for reconsideration, represents that it will "not... use the affidavit [requested of Zancocchio] as evidence at trial unless the defendant testified in his own defense and subsequently opened the door." Hence, defendant's concern about the self-incriminating clause of the U.S. Constitution is without merit, and defendant's motion is denied.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10-31-18) (Hellerstein, Alvin) (Entered: 10/31/2018)
10/31/2018 LETTER by USA as to John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated October 31, 2018 re: Response to Defendant's Bail Request Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 10/31/2018)
10/30/2018271ORDER denying 270 LETTER MOTION modifying bail conditions as to Eugene Castelle (10). The desire to take daughter trick-or-treating is not a sufficient reason to change the conditions of home detention.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10-30-18) (Hellerstein, Alvin) (Entered: 10/30/2018)
10/30/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 10/30/2018 re: Modify Bail with Partial Consent . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 10/30/2018)
10/29/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated October 29, 2018 re: Wedding Attendance Request . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 10/29/2018)
10/26/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT 267 LETTER MOTION Requesting Permission for Mr. Tropiano to obtain a haircut this Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 10:30am to 2:30pm, including travel time and waiting time at the Barber Shop...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/20/18) (jw) (Entered: 10/26/2018)
10/25/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated October 25, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 10/25/2018)
10/25/2018ORDER as to Albert Armetta: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that all conditions of the Defendant's pretrial release with home detention shall remain the same except for the following: 1. In order to perform his employment responsibilities of making appraisals on automobiles, the Defendant shall be permitted to travel to Hudson, Bergen, Middlesex and Union Counties in New Jersey, and Richmond and Kings Counties in New York. 2. The Defendant is required to notify Pretrial Services by electronic mail before he leaves his home to conduct such appraisals, and shall provide Pretrial Services with the name of the requesting automobile dealership, name and address of the customer, and the time that the Defendant is scheduled to conduct the appraisal. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/25/2018) (ap) (Entered: 10/25/2018)
10/25/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Sabella on re: 264 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, from AUSA Jason Swergold dated October 24, 2018 re: Response to Joseph Sabella's Request for Recordings. ENDORSEMENT: Deft's motion (ECF 263) is Denied as moot. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/25/2018)(ap) (Entered: 10/25/2018)
10/24/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated October 24, 2018 re: Response to Joseph Sabella's Request for Recordings Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 10/24/2018)
10/23/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 10/23/18 re: Immediate Production of Recorded Conversations of Two Cooperating Witnesses . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A - 3.23.18 Letter in U.S. v. Merlino)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 10/23/2018)
10/23/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio (2) granting 261 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated October 22, 2018 re: Request to attend son's wedding. ENDORSEMENT: The Court adopts the Government's conditions. Defendant's reluctance to give an affidavit is not an objection since defendant will be swearing as to his honest belief, based on reliable information. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/23/2018) (ap) Modified on 10/24/2018 (ap). (Entered: 10/23/2018)
10/22/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated October 22, 2018 re: Request to attend son's wedding . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 10/22/2018)
10/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated October 18, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to permit defendant to get a haircut. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 10/18/2018)
10/16/2018Set/Reset Hearings as to Albert Armetta: Bail Hearing set for 10/23/2018 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (ap) (Entered: 10/16/2018)
10/16/2018ORDER as to Albert Armetta (5) terminating 258 SECOND LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 10/11/18 re: Modification of Bond Without Consent of the Government and With Consent of Pre-Trial Services. A modification hearing will be held October 23, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/16/2018) (ap) (Entered: 10/16/2018)
10/15/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Bail Modification Hearing as to (18-Cr-15-05) Albert Armetta held on 10/15/2018. Bail modification hearing held. Defendant present w/attorney Vincent Martinelli. AUSA, Gina Castellano present. Court reporter Jerry Harrison present. PTS Officer John Mascato present. All previous conditions remain except that the defendant will be able to work in the following counties to make appraisals on cars; Kings, Richmond, Hudson, Bergen, Middlesex, and Union. (bw) (Entered: 11/08/2018)
10/12/2018SECOND LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 10/11/18 re: Modification of Bond Without Consent of the Government and With Consent of Pre-Trial Services . Document filed by Albert Armetta as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Supporting Documents)(Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 10/12/2018)
10/12/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Albert Armetta: Notice to Attorney Martinelli, Vincent to RE-FILE Document 257 SECOND MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release With Objection from the Government and No Objection (Consent) from PTS. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 10/12/2018)
10/11/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - SECOND MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release With Objection from the Government and No Objection (Consent) from PTS. Document filed by Albert Armetta as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Supporting Documents)(Martinelli, Vincent) Modified on 10/12/2018 (ka). (Entered: 10/11/2018)
10/10/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 253 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated October 8, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions. So Modified. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 10/10/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 10/10/2018)
10/9/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Sabella. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 9/20/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (Moya, Goretti) (Entered: 10/09/2018)
10/9/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Sabella re: Conference held on 9/20/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Anita Trombetta, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 10/30/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 11/9/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 1/7/2019. (Moya, Goretti) (Entered: 10/09/2018)
10/8/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated October 8, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 10/08/2018)
9/27/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Ernest Montevecchi. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 8/17/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 09/27/2018)
9/27/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Ernest Montevecchi re: Conference held on 8/17/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Pamela Utter, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 10/18/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/29/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/26/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 09/27/2018)
9/20/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 248 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated September 18, 2018 re: modify bail. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/20/2018) (ap) (Entered: 09/20/2018)
9/19/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from USA dated 9/19/18 re: Adjournment . Document filed by USA as to Joseph Sabella. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 09/19/2018)
9/19/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated September 18, 2018 re: modify bail. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) Modified on 9/19/2018 (ka). (Entered: 09/19/2018)
9/18/2018ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) granting 246 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated September 17, 2018 re: bail modification, MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/18/2018) (ap) (Entered: 09/18/2018)
9/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated September 17, 2018 re: bail modification, MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) Modified on 9/18/2018 (ka). (Entered: 09/18/2018)
9/14/2018Set/Reset Hearings as to Joseph Sabella: Bond Hearing set for 9/20/2018 at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (ap) (Entered: 09/14/2018)
9/14/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Concerned Parties, from Brigitte Jones, Courtroom Deputy, dated 9/14/2018 re: Bail Hearing. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/14/2018) (ap) (Entered: 09/14/2018)
9/13/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 235 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated September 11, 2018 re: Temporary modification of bail. Permission is granted to attend, and promptly return from the memorial service. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/13/2018) (ap) Modified on 9/14/2018 (ap). (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox:Arraignment on disposition sheet as to Albert Armetta (5) Count 1s,2s held on 9/12/2018., Not Guilty Plea entered by Albert Armetta (5) Count 1s,2. Deft present with atty Vincent John Martinelli. AUSA Jason Swergold present. Deft arraigned and pleads not guilty. Next conference set for 2/4/19. Speedy trial time excluded under 18 USC 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/19. (jw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox:Arraignment on disposition sheet as to Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1s,4s held on 9/12/2018., Plea entered by Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1s,4s Not Guilty. Deft present with atty Joseph Corozzo. AUSA Jason Swergold present. Deft arraigned and pleads not guilty. Next conference set for 2/4/19. Speedy trial time excluded under 18 USC 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/19. (jw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox:Arraignment on disposition sheet as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Count 4s. Count 1s,4s held on 9/12/2018., Not Guilty Plea entered by Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1). Next conference set for 2/4/19. Speedy trial time excluded under 18 USC 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/19. (jw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to George Tropiano (4). Time excluded from 9/12/2018 until 2/18/2019. (By Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox on 9/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox:Initial Appearance on disposition sheet as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr held on 9/12/2018. Deft present with atty Elizabeth Macedonio. AUSA Jason Swergold present. (jw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox: Arraignment as to George Tropiano (4) Count 1s,4s held on 9/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel David Keith Bertan. Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. ( Plea entered by George Tropiano (4) Count 1s,4s -- Not Guilty. ) ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Conference before District Judge on 2/4/2019. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/2019. (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to John Zancocchio (2). Time excluded from 9/12/2018 until 2/18/2019. (By Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox on 9/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox: Arraignment as to John Zancocchio (2) Count 1s,4s held on 9/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel John Meringolo (CJA) by Angelica Cappellino. Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. ( Plea entered by John Zancocchio (2) Count 1s,4s -- Not Guilty. ) ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Conference before District Judge on 2/4/2019. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/2019. (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox:Arraignment on disposition sheet as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1s held on 9/12/2018., Not Guilty Plea entered by Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1s. Deft present with atty Thomas Alton Hervey. AUSA Jason Swergold present. Deft arraigned and pleads not guilty. Next conference set before District Judge on 2/4/19. Speedy trial time excluded under 18 USC 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/19. (jw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Eugene Castelle (10). Time excluded from 9/12/2018 until 2/18/2019. (By Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox on 9/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox: Arraignment as to Eugene Castelle (10) Count 3s,4s,5s held on 9/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Gerald Joseph McMahon (Retained) by Thomas Hervey. Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. ( Plea entered by Eugene Castelle (10) Count 3s,4s,5s -- Not Guilty. ) ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Conference before District Judge on 2/4/2019. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/2019. (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Simone Esposito (8). Time excluded from 9/12/2018 until 2/18/2019. (By Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox on 9/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Kevin Nathaniel Fox: Arraignment as to Simone Esposito (8) Count 1s held on 9/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Jonathan Marvinny (Federal Defenders). Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. ( Plea entered by Simone Esposito (8) Count 1s -- Not Guilty. ) ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Conference before District Judge on 2/4/2019. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 2/18/2019. (bw) (Entered: 09/13/2018)
9/10/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated September 11, 2018 re: Temporary modification of bail . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 09/10/2018)
9/10/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSAs Jason Swergold and Gina Castellano dated September 10, 2018 re: Letter in Opposition to Joseph Sabella's Bail Modification Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Transcript of January 18 Proceeding)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 09/10/2018)
9/10/2018WAIVER of Personal Appearance at Arraignment and Entry of Plea of Not Guilty by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 09/10/2018)
9/6/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to (S1-18-Cr-15-03) Joseph Sabella on re: 227 LETTER by USA addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated September 2, 2018 re: Request for Briefing Schedule. On August 30, 2018, defendant Joseph Sabella filed a motion to modify his bail conditions. The Government respectfully requests that it be permitted to file a letter in opposition by Monday, September 10, 2018. ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/6/2018)(bw) (Entered: 09/06/2018)
9/6/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 8/30/18 re: Modification of Terms of Defendant's Bail . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A - Letter from Doctor re exercise - redacted)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 09/06/2018)
9/5/2018ORDER as to Joseph Sabella (3) granting 224 FIRST MOTION to Seal Document exhibits to Letter Motion for Modification of Terms of Defendant's Bail and to file redacted versions of Letter Motion and Exhibit A to Letter Motion on ECF. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/5/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 09/06/2018)
9/5/2018ORDER as to Eugene Castelle (10) granting 228 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 08/31/2018 re: Modify Bail Without Objection. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 9/5/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 09/05/2018)
9/4/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Gerald J. McMahon dated 08/31/2018 re: Modify Bail Without Objection . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 09/04/2018)
9/4/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney McMahon, Gerald to RE-FILE Document 226 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release Without Objection. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 09/04/2018)
9/2/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated September 2, 2018 re: Request for Briefing Schedule Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 09/02/2018)
8/31/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release Without Objection. Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) Modified on 9/4/2018 (ka). (Entered: 08/31/2018)
8/30/2018MEMORANDUM in Support by Joseph Sabella re 224 FIRST MOTION to Seal Document exhibits to Letter Motion for Modification of Terms of Defendant's Bail and to file redacted versions of Letter Motion and Exhibit A to Letter Motion on ECF.. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 08/30/2018)
8/30/2018FIRST MOTION to Seal Document exhibits to Letter Motion for Modification of Terms of Defendant's Bail and to file redacted versions of Letter Motion and Exhibit A to Letter Motion on ECF. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Redacted Version of Letter Motion for Modifications to Bail, # 2 Exhibit Redacted Version of Exhibit A to Letter Motion)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 08/30/2018)
8/30/2018ORDER as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) granting 222 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 08/29/2018 re: Waiver of Personal Appearance at Arraignment. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/30/2018) (ap) (Entered: 08/30/2018)
8/29/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 08/29/2018 re: Waiver of Personal Appearance at Arraignment . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Attachments: # 1 Waiver)(Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 08/29/2018)
8/16/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle on re: 220 LETTER by USA addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated August 14, 2018 re: Request for Exclusion of Time. The defendants are scheduled to be arraigned before the duty magistrate on September 12, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. The Government respectfully requests that time under the Speedy Trial Act be excluded from today through September 12, 2018, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(7)(A). ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/16/18)(bw) (Entered: 08/16/2018)
8/14/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated August 14, 2018 re: Request for Exclusion of Time Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 08/14/2018)
8/14/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting in part and denying in part 218 SUPPLEMENTAL LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated August 13, 2018 re: modify bail Conditions. So Ordered as to haricut. Denied as to the travel time to the pharmacy, with leave to renew upon a better showing. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/14/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 08/14/2018)
8/13/2018SUPPLEMENTAL LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated August 13, 2018 re: modify bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 08/13/2018)
8/13/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 215 TENTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated August 9, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/10/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 08/13/2018)
8/9/2018ORDER as to Joseph Sabella (3) granting 214 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 8/8/18 re: Permission to Replace One of the Properties Securing the Defendant's Bond. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/8/2018) (lnl) (Main Document 216 replaced on 8/14/2018) (lnl). (Entered: 08/09/2018)
8/9/2018TENTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated August 9, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 08/09/2018)
8/8/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 8/8/18 re: Permission to Replace One of the Properties Securing the Defendant's Bond . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 08/08/2018)
8/7/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE Gina Marie Castellano appearing for USA. (Castellano, Gina) (Entered: 08/07/2018)
8/6/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT 210 LETTER MOTION to respectfully request that the Court modify his bail conditions to permit him to travel to Masonville, New York (Delaware County), for a family vacation from August 24 to August 26, 2018 as to Simone Esposito (8)...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/6/18) (jw) (Entered: 08/06/2018)
8/6/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 209 LETTER MOTION To travel to a doctor's appointment on August 7, 2018 at 9:15am as to Ernest Montevecchi...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 8/3/18) (jw) (Entered: 08/06/2018)
8/6/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated August 6, 2018 re: Modify bail to approve family trip . Document filed by Simone Esposito. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 08/06/2018)
8/3/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated August 3, 2018 re: Doctor's Appiontment . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 08/03/2018)
8/2/2018(S1) SUPERSEDING INDICTMENT FILED as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr (1) count(s) 1s, 4s, John Zancocchio (2) count(s) 1s, 4s, Joseph Sabella (3) count(s) 1s, 4s, George Tropiano (4) count(s) 1s, 4s, Albert Armetta (5) count(s) 1s, 2s, Domenick Miniero (6) count(s) 1s, 4s, Joseph Santapaolo (7) count(s) 1s, Simone Esposito (8) count(s) 1s, Ernest Montevecchi (9) count(s) 1s, Eugene Castelle (10) count(s) 3s, 4s, 5s. (jbo) (Entered: 08/03/2018)
8/2/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Anjelica Bianca Cappellino appearing for John Zancocchio. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. (Cappellino, Anjelica) (Entered: 08/02/2018)
7/30/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Bail Hearing as to (18-Cr-15-02) John Zancocchio held on 7/30/2018. Bail hearing held. Defendant present w/attorney John Merringolo; AUSAs, Jason Swergold and Gina Castellano present; PTS Officer Keyan Pompey present; Court reporter Sonia Ketter present; Defendant is released from custody pending trial on the same conditions previously imposed at his presentment; except that the defendant shall also be subject to home incarceration with GPS monitoring. (bw) (Entered: 08/02/2018)
7/30/2018ORDER as to John Zancocchio. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED: 1. The defendant shall be released pending trial on the same conditions previously imposed at his presentment, except that the defendant shall also be subject to home incarceration with GPS monitoring; 2. The defendant shall be released by 2:00 pm on July 31, 2018. IT IS SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/30/2018)(ft) Modified on 7/30/2018 (ft). (Entered: 07/30/2018)
7/26/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 200 NINTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated July 18, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions So Ordered; Curfew to be set by PTS officer. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/26/2018) (ap) Modified on 7/27/2018 (ap). (Entered: 07/26/2018)
7/24/2018Set/Reset Hearings as to John Zancocchio: Bond Hearing set for 7/30/2018 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (ap) (Entered: 07/24/2018)
7/24/2018ORDER as to John Zancocchio (2) with respect to 192 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated July 13, 2018 re: Reconsideration of Bail. A hearing will be held July 30, 2018 @ 11:00 am to consider the issue of revocation. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/22/2018) (ap) (Entered: 07/24/2018)
7/24/2018203SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (mhe) (Entered: 07/24/2018)
7/20/2018ORDER as to Simone Esposito (8): On defendant's motion, the Court orders that the electronic monitoring and curfew requirements be removed from defendant's bail conditions. All other bail conditions shall remain in place. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/20/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 07/20/2018)
7/18/2018ORDER as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) granting in part and denying in part 198 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated July 18, 2018 re: modification bail. So Ordered/Denied. (See Endorsement) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/18/2018) (ap) (Entered: 07/18/2018)
7/18/2018NINTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated July 18, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 07/18/2018)
7/18/2018ORDER as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) terminating 190 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 7/10/2018 re: Request for trial accommodations to take into account the defendant's medical condition. Defendant Santapaola's medical condition is noted. It will be taken up and given full consideration at the final pre-trial conference. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/17/2018) (ap) (Entered: 07/18/2018)
7/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated july 18, 2018 re: modification bail . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 07/18/2018)
7/18/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) granting 194 EIGHTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated July 17, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to permit Mr. Tropiano to get a haircut. Permission is granted. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/17/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 07/18/2018)
7/17/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 6/18/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 07/17/2018)
7/17/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr re: Conference held on 6/18/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Jennifer Thun, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 8/7/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 8/17/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 10/15/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 07/17/2018)
7/17/2018EIGHTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated July 17, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to permit Mr. Tropiano to get a haircut. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 07/17/2018)
7/16/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney John Meringolo dated July 13, 2018 re: In light of the particular facts and circumstances of the allege.cl bail violation as well as his waning health, we submit that Mr. Zancocchio should be released from custody and placed on home incarceration. In the alternative. we respectfully request that he be transferred to FCI Devens until six weeks prior to trial in this matter. ENDORSEMENT: The AUSA, by July 26, 2018, shall report as to defendant's health condition, and the government's position on this motion. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/16/2018)(bw) (Entered: 07/16/2018)
7/13/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated July 13, 2018 re: Reconsideration of Bail . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 07/13/2018)
7/13/2018191SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 07/13/2018)
7/10/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 7/10/2018 re: Request for trial accommodations to take into account the defendant's medical condition . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 07/10/2018)
7/6/2018 ENDORSED LETTER as to Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Concerned Parties from Brigitte Jones, dated 7/6/2018, re: The bail hearing previously schedule for July 10, 2018 is hereby adjourned. You are hereby notified that you are required to appear for a bail hearing on August 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., U.S. Courthouse - Southern District of New York 500 Pearl Street Courtroom 14D New York, New York 10007. (Bail Hearing set for 8/9/2018 at 11:00 AM in Courtroom 14D, 500 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10007 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/6/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 07/06/2018)
7/5/2018Terminate Motion Deadline as to Domenick Miniero. (ap) (Entered: 07/05/2018)
7/5/2018ORDER as to Domenick Miniero (6) granting 187 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated July 3, 2018 re: Extension of Time to File Motion as to Medical Fitness to Stand Trial. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/5/2018) (ap) (Entered: 07/05/2018)
7/3/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated July 3, 2018 re: Extension of Time to File Motion as to Medical Fitness to Stand Trial . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 07/03/2018)
7/3/2018Set/Reset Deadlines/Hearings as to Ernest Montevecchi:Bail Review Hearing set for 7/10/2018 at 12:00 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein (jw) (Entered: 07/03/2018)
7/3/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT denying 181 LETTER MOTION To requests that the Court modify his bail conditions to remove his curfew and electronic monitoring as to Ernest Montevecchi...ENDORSEMENT...The request is denied. The Court will condcut a bail review hearing on July 10, 2018 at 12:00pm. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/3/18) (jw) (Entered: 07/03/2018)
7/3/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Santapaolo addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 7/2/18 re: Requesting a one-week extension until July 10, 2018....ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 7/3/18)(jw) (Entered: 07/03/2018)
7/2/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 7/2/2018 re: Extension of time to file motion addressed to defendant's medical fitness to stand trial . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 07/02/2018)
7/2/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 6/12/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 07/02/2018)
7/2/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Conference held on 6/12/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Eve Giniger, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 7/23/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 8/2/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 10/1/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 07/02/2018)
6/26/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated 6/26/18 re: modification bail . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/26/2018)
6/22/2018ORDER as to Simone Esposito re: 179 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated June 20, 2018 re: Modify bail to remove curfew and electronic monitoring. A bail review hearing will be held on July 5 @ 11:30 a.m. So ordered. (Bond Hearing set for 7/5/2018 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/22/2018)(ap) (Entered: 06/22/2018)
6/20/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated June 20, 2018 re: Modify bail to remove curfew and electronic monitoring . Document filed by Simone Esposito. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 06/20/2018)
6/19/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 176 SEVENTH LETTER MOTION filed by George Tropiano (4), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated June 19, 2018 re: modify Bail Conditions to allow defendant to get a haircut. I am asking for permission for Mr. Tropiano to obtain a haircut this Saturday, June 23, 2018, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, including travel time and waiting time at the Barber Shop. ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/19/2018) (bw) (Entered: 06/20/2018)
6/19/2018ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. On June 18, 2018, the Court held an on-the-record status conference to regulate pretrial proceedings and set a trial schedule in this case. As stated on the record, the case will proceed on the following schedule: 1. In light of the issues discussed at the conference, all motions concerning the medical fitness of any defendant to stand trial shall be made no later than July 3, 2018. 2. As part of its ongoing discovery obligations, the government shall provide its Enterprise Letter no later than November 15, 2018, which shall also be the deadline to file any superseding indictment. 3. All remaining disclosures, including those required under the Constitution and the Jencks Act, see 18 U.S.C. § 3500, shall be made no later than January 22, 2019. 4. The final pretrial conference shall be held on February 4, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. All motions in limine will then be heard and decided. Motions shall be filed no later than January 28, 2019. Requests for voir dire questions, requests to charge, and pretrial memoranda shall be filed at the conference. 5. The trial will begin on February 18, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/19/2018)(bw) (Entered: 06/19/2018)
6/19/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - SEVENTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated June 19, 2018 re: modify Bail Conditions to allow defendant to get a haircut. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) Modified on 2/1/2019 (ka). (Entered: 06/19/2018)
6/19/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 174 LETTER MOTION filed by Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated 06/18/2018 re: Modification of Bail. With the consent to the government and Pretrial Services, I write to respectfully request a modification of Mr. Cammarano's bail to allow him to attend his daughter's graduation ceremony. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/19/2018) (bw) (Entered: 06/19/2018)
6/18/2018ORAL ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle Time excluded from 6/18/2018 until 2/18/2019. (bw) (Entered: 06/26/2018)
6/18/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Pretrial Conference as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle held on 6/18/2018. IPTC held. Defendant Joseph Cammarano present w/attorney Elizabeth Macedonio; Defendant John Zancocchio present w/attorney John Meringolo; Defendant Joseph Sabella present w/attorney Joseph Corozzo; Defendant George Tropiano present w/attorney David Bertan; Defendant Albert Armetta present w/attorney Vincent Martinelli; Defendant Domenick Miniero presence excused; Attorney Elizabeth Macedonio present for attorney Brad Henry on his(Domenick Miniero) behalf; Defendant Joseph Santapaolo presence excused; attorney Jill Shellow present on his behalf; Defendant Simone Esposito present w/attorney Jonathan Marvinny; Defendant Ernest Montevecchi present w/attorney Thomas Harvey; Defendant Eugene Castelle present w/attorney Gerald McMahon; AUSAs, Jason Swergold present; Court reporter Jennifer Thun present. Trial set for 2/18/19 at 10:00 a.m.; FPTC is set for 2/4/19 at 2:30 p.m.; Time excluded until 2/18/19, in the interest of justice. Defendant John Zancocchio continued on bail. All other defendants continued onbail. (bw) (Entered: 06/26/2018)
6/18/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated 06/18/2018 re: Modification of Bail . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 06/18/2018)
6/18/2018ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED:1. The defendant shall be subject to home detention with GPS monitoring; 2. The defendant shall be permitted to leave his home for purposes of working as a truck driver for World Wide Plumbing Supply during the following hours: (a) Sunday through Thursday, from 5:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.; and (b) Friday, from 5:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. 3. The defendant's travel while working shall be limited to the five boroughs of New York City. 4. The defendant shall submit the manifest of his delivery stops on a daily basis to Pretrial Services, as directed. 5. All other conditions of release, to the extent not modified herein, shall remain in effect. IT IS SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/18/2018)(ft) (Entered: 06/18/2018)
6/15/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT 169 LETTER MOTION to ask that the Court waive my client's appearance at the conference Monday. Mr. Miniero suffers from significant health issues and has a standing dialysis appointment every Monday, Wednesday and Friday as to Domenick Miniero...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/14/18) (jw) (Entered: 06/15/2018)
6/15/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/13/18 re: To request that the Court grant a modified order, enabling Mr. Sabella to accompany his wife for her colonoscopy now that it has been rescheduled for June 27, 2018...ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/14/18)(jw) (Entered: 06/15/2018)
6/14/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated June 14, 2018 re: Issues for June 18th conference . Document filed by John Zancocchio as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 06/14/2018)
6/14/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated June 14, 2018 re: Permission to be Excused from Appearance at June 18, 2018 Conference. Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 06/14/2018)
6/14/2018168SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (mhe) (Entered: 06/14/2018)
6/13/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/13/18 re: 162 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/11/18 re: Permission for Defendant to accompany his wife for her medical procedure on June 22 ., 166 Order on Letter Motion re: Application for Modified Order now that defendant's wife's medical procedure has been rescheduled . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/13/2018)
6/12/2018ORDER granting 162 LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Sabella (3). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/12/2018) (ft) (Entered: 06/12/2018)
6/12/2018ORDER granting 163 LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Santapaolo (7). So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/12/2018) (ft) (Entered: 06/12/2018)
6/12/2018 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated June 12, 2018 re: Proposed Bail Order Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 06/12/2018)
6/12/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 6/12/2018 re: Request that the defendant's presence be excused from the 6/18/18 conference . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 06/12/2018)
6/11/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 6/11/18 re: Permission for Defendant to accompany his wife for her medical procedure on June 22 . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 06/11/2018)
6/7/2018MEMORANDUM in Support by Ernest Montevecchi re 159 MOTION for Bill of Particulars .. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/07/2018)
6/7/2018DECLARATION of Thomas Harvey in Support as to Ernest Montevecchi re: 159 MOTION for Bill of Particulars .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Letter)(Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/07/2018)
6/7/2018 MOTION for Bill of Particulars . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 06/07/2018)
6/1/2018***STRICKEN DOCUMENT. Deleted document number [155, 157] from the case record, as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. The document was stricken from this case pursuant to 158 Order. Returned documents to counsel by mail on (ft) (Entered: 06/01/2018)
6/1/2018ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. The Court rejects the letter response and reply declaration filed by the United States Attorney's Office and defense counsel (ECF 155, 157). The issues raised are extraneous to this case. The Court has faith in the honesty and integrity of AUSA Jason Swergold. The Clerk is instructed to return the letter and the reply declaration, and remove them from the docket as inappropriately filed. (ECF 155, 157). (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 6/1/2018)(ft) (Entered: 06/01/2018)
6/1/2018 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated June 1, 2018 re: Response to Defendant's Reply Declaration Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 06/01/2018)
5/31/2018SCHEDULING ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. On May 18, 2018, defendant Eugene Castelle filed a motion to modify the conditions of his supervised release. Having considered the parties' submissions, the parties shall appear for oral argument on the motion on June 12, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. SO ORDERED. (Oral Argument set for 6/12/2018 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/31/2018)(ft) Modified on 5/31/2018 (ft). (Entered: 05/31/2018)
5/30/2018ORDER granting 151 LETTER MOTION as to Albert Armetta (5). So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/29/2018) (ft) (Entered: 05/30/2018)
5/29/2018DECLARATION of Gerald J. McMahon in Support as to Eugene Castelle re: 140 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release .. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 05/29/2018)
5/26/2018FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 5/26/18 re: Bail Bond Modification Request To Temporarily Remove Electronic Monitoring to Perform an MRI. Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 05/26/2018)
5/25/2018 LETTER by USA as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated May 25, 2018 re: Opposition to Eugene Castelle's Bail Application Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Bail Argument Transcript)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 05/25/2018)
5/24/2018ORDER as to George Tropiano (4) on 148 SIXTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 24, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to attend memorial Mass. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/24/2018) (ap) (Entered: 05/24/2018)
5/24/2018SIXTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 24, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to attend memorial Mass. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 05/24/2018)
5/24/2018Set/Reset Hearings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle: (Pretrial Conference set for 6/18/2018 at 02:30 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (ap) (Entered: 05/24/2018)
5/24/2018ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1), John Zancocchio (2), Joseph Sabella (3), George Tropiano (4), Albert Armetta (5), Domenick Miniero (6), Joseph Santapaolo (7), Simone Esposito (8), Ernest Montevecchi (9), Eugene Castelle (10) on 146 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated May 24, 2018 re: Conference Rescheduling. The conf. will be held June 18, 2018 at 2:30 pm. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/24/2018) (ap) (Entered: 05/24/2018)
5/24/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated May 24, 2018 re: Conference Rescheduling . Document filed by John Zancocchio as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 05/24/2018)
5/23/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, from Jason M. Swergold/Jessica Greenwood dated 5/21/2018 re: The Government writes to request until Friday, May 25, 2018, to file a letter in opposition. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Responses due by 5/25/2018) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/23/2018)(ap) (Entered: 05/23/2018)
5/23/2018ORDER as to Joseph Sabella (3) on 143 CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 5/22/18 re: Permission for Mr. Sabella to go to his company's office next week. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/23/2018) (ap) (Entered: 05/23/2018)
5/22/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 5/22/18 re: Permission for Mr. Sabella to go to his company's office next week . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 05/22/2018)
5/21/2018DECLARATION of Gerald J. McMahon in Support as to Eugene Castelle re: 140 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release .. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 05/21/2018)
5/21/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney McMahon, Gerald to RE-FILE Document 141 Affidavit in Support of Motion. Use the event type Declaration in Support of Motion found under the event list Replies, Opposition and Supporting Documents. (ka) (Entered: 05/21/2018)
5/18/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - AFFIDAVIT of Gerald J. McMahon in Support as to Eugene Castelle re 140 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release .. (McMahon, Gerald) Modified on 5/21/2018 (ka). (Entered: 05/18/2018)
5/18/2018 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. Return Date set for 5/25/2018 at 10:00 AM. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 05/18/2018)
5/17/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) granting 138 FIFTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 15, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/17/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 05/17/2018)
5/16/2018FIFTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated May 15, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 05/16/2018)
5/10/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT 135 LETTER MOTION as to Albert Armetta re: This letter is submitted as a request for a slight modification to some of the additional conditions of release that are a part of Mr. Annetta's Appearance Bond, entered on January 12, 2018...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/10/18) (jw) (Entered: 05/10/2018)
5/10/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT 134 LETTER MOTION To request that Mr. Sabella be permitted to visit his mother on Sunday, May 13 and to attend his daughter's graduation ceremony on June 20...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 5/10/18) (jw) (Entered: 05/10/2018)
5/10/2018FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated 5/10/18 re: Bail Modification On Consent. Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 05/10/2018)
5/9/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 5/9/18 re: Permission to visit defendant's mother this Sunday, May 13 and permission for the defendant to attend his daughter's graduation in June . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 05/09/2018)
5/9/2018NOTICE of Change of Address as to Albert Armetta. New Address: The Law Offices of Vincent J. Martinelli, 900 South Avenue, 3rd Floor, Staten Island, NY, USA 10314, 718-667-0500. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 05/09/2018)
4/27/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 131 CONSENT LETTER MOTION filed by Joseph Sabella (3), addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Joseph R. Corozzo dated 4/27/18 re: Permission for Joseph Sabella to visit his mother at the hospital this coming Wednesday, May 2. ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/27/2018) (bw) (Entered: 04/27/2018)
4/27/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 4/27/18 re: Permission for Joseph Sabella to visit his mother at the hospital this coming Wednesday, May 2 . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 04/27/2018)
4/26/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT granting 129 LETTER MOTION To request a modification of Mr. Cammarano's bail to allow him to attend his son's graduation ceremony as to Joseph Cammarano Jr...ENDORSEMENT...SO ORDERED.. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/26/18) (jw) (Entered: 04/26/2018)
4/26/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated April 26, 2018 re: Bail modification . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 04/26/2018)
4/12/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jason M. Swergold and Jessica Greenwood re: Reschedule Conference...ENDORSEMENT: The conference is adjourned and time is excluded to July 20, 2018 at 11:00am ( Pretrial Conference set for 7/20/2018 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) Time excluded from 4/11/18 until 7/20/18 (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/11/18)(jw) (Entered: 04/12/2018)
4/10/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 124 FOURTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 9, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to allow Mr. Tropiano to get a haircut. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/10/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 04/11/2018)
4/10/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) on 123 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 4/9/2018 re: Request that the defendant's presence at status conference on 4/13/18 be excused. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/10/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 04/11/2018)
4/10/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated April 10, 2018 re: Request to Adjourn Conference Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 04/10/2018)
4/10/2018FOURTH LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 9, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions to allow Mr. Tropiano to get a haircut. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 04/10/2018)
4/9/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 4/9/2018 re: Request that the defendant's presence at status conference on 4/13/18 be excused . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 04/09/2018)
4/5/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) granting 120 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April5, 2018 re: attend funeral. ENDORSEMENT: Permission is gratned. mr. Montevecchi is permitted to attend mass and burial services, provided that he go directly to the church identified, to return immediately with no diversions. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 4/5/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 04/06/2018)
4/5/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Thomas Harvey dated April5, 2018 re: attend funeral . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 04/05/2018)
3/30/2018ORDER as to Eugene Castelle. ORDERED that the defendant's bail be modified to include hospital visitation with his mother at the discretion of Pretrial Services. The government consents to this request. SO ORDERED. (Signed by Magistrate Judge James L. Cott on 3/30/2018)(ft) (Entered: 04/06/2018)
3/30/2018ORDER granting 118 LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Sabella (3). Having previously granted permission for Sabella to attend religious services, the order is amended to allow him to attend services beginning at 8:00 p.m., to vetum immediately thereafter. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/30/2018) (ft) (Entered: 03/30/2018)
3/29/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 3.29.18 re: 116 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 3/21/18 re: Permission for Defendant to Attend Church Services and Visit Family Over Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday Weekends ., 117 Order on Letter Motion re: Application for Modified Order correcting the time of the services Sabella is to attend this Saturday . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 03/29/2018)
3/22/2018ORDER granting in part 116 LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Sabella (3). Permission to attend church services is granted. The below of the application is denied. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/22/2018) (ft) (Entered: 03/22/2018)
3/22/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 3/21/18 re: Permission for Defendant to Attend Church Services and Visit Family Over Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday Weekends . Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 03/22/2018)
3/22/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Joseph Sabella: Notice to Attorney Joseph R. Corozzo to RE-FILE Document 115 FIRST MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release to permit defendant to attend church services and visit family over the Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday weekends. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 03/22/2018)
3/21/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - FIRST MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release to permit defendant to attend church services and visit family over the Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday weekends. Document filed by Joseph Sabella. (Corozzo, Joseph) Modified on 3/22/2018 (ka). (Entered: 03/21/2018)
3/19/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to John Zancocchio. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 2/21/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/19/2018)
3/19/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to John Zancocchio re: Conference held on 2/21/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Kristen Carannante, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/9/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/19/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/18/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/19/2018)
3/16/2018112SEALED DOCUMENT placed in vault. (rz) (Entered: 03/16/2018)
3/14/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-01) Joseph Cammarano, Jr. addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated March 14, 2018 re: With the consent of the government, I am writing to respectfully request a modification of Mr. Cammarano's bail to allow him to get a haircut on the way to our meeting at my office tomorrow, March 15, 2018. ENDORSEMENT: Application denied, unless it is shown that a barber will not come to def's home. So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/14/2018)(bw) (Entered: 03/14/2018)
3/14/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Elizabeth E. Macedonio dated March 14, 2018 ., MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 03/14/2018)
3/14/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Eugene Castelle. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Hearing proceeding held on 1/12/2018 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (ft) (Entered: 03/14/2018)
3/14/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Eugene Castelle re: Hearing held on 1/12/2018 before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carole Ludwig, (212) 420-0771, 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. Redaction Request due 4/4/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/16/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/12/2018. (ft) (Entered: 03/14/2018)
3/12/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Ernest Montevecchi re: Conference held on 2/14/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Steven Greenblum, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 4/2/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 4/12/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/11/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 03/12/2018)
3/12/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Eugene Castelle (10) on granting 99 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from GERALD J. McMAHON, ESQ. dated March 2, 2018 re: Modify bail conditions. ENDORSEMENT: Def't has a long history of criminal activity. He has no history of gainful employment or lawful sources of income. The present conditions afford ample opportunity for meetings with def't's lawer. I agree with Judge Moses that no conditions or set of conditions can assure saftey of the community. The application is denied. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/12/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 03/12/2018)
3/9/2018LETTER RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jessica Greenwood dated 03/09/2018 re: 99 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from GERALD J. McMAHON, ESQ. dated March 2, 2018 re: Modify bail conditions .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Greenwood, Jessica) (Entered: 03/09/2018)
3/9/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 103 THIRD LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 7, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered on consent. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/9/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 03/09/2018)
3/7/2018THIRD LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 7, 2018 re: Modify Bail Conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 03/07/2018)
3/6/2018SECOND LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated March 6, 2018 re: Modify bail conditions . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 03/06/2018)
3/5/2018ORDER granting 100 LETTER MOTION as to Eugene Castelle (10). So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 3/5/2018) (ft) (Entered: 03/05/2018)
3/5/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jessica Greenwood dated 03/05/2018 re: Motion for Time to Respond . Document filed by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (Greenwood, Jessica) (Entered: 03/05/2018)
3/5/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from GERALD J. McMAHON, ESQ. dated March 2, 2018 re: Modify bail conditions . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 03/05/2018)
3/5/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Eugene Castelle: Notice to Attorney Gerald Joseph McMahon to RE-FILE Document 98 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 03/05/2018)
3/2/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) Modified on 3/5/2018 (ka). (Entered: 03/02/2018)
2/23/2018ORDER granting 93 LETTER MOTION as to Simone Esposito (8). So Ordered, in light of lock of objections. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/23/2018) (ft) (Entered: 02/23/2018)
2/23/2018ORDER granting 94 LETTER MOTION as to John Zancocchio (2). SO ORDERED.. Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/23/2018) (ft) (Entered: 02/23/2018)
2/23/2018ORDER granting 91 LETTER MOTION as to Domenick Miniero (6). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/23/2018) (ft) (Entered: 02/23/2018)
2/22/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 22, 2018 re: Medical Attention Order . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/22/2018)
2/21/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Bond Revocation Hearing as to John Zancocchio held on 2/21/2018. Deft. pres. w/atty. John Meringolo; AUSA, Jason Swergold pres.; PTS Officer Ashley Cosme pres.; Court reporter Kristen Carranante pres.; Govts motion for remand is granted. (Close doc #92) Deft. is remanded. (jbo) (Entered: 03/05/2018)
2/21/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jonathan Marvinny dated February 21, 2018 re: Bail modification . Document filed by Simone Esposito. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 02/21/2018)
2/16/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from John Zancocchio dated February 16, 2018 re: Response to Government's 2/13/18 Letter . Document filed by John Zancocchio. (Meringolo, John) (Entered: 02/16/2018)
2/16/2018CONSENT LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated February 16, 2018 re: Bail Modification . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) (Entered: 02/16/2018)
2/14/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Bail Modification Hearing as to Ernest Montevecchi held on 2/14/2018. Deft. pres. w/atty. Thomas Harvey; AUSA, Jason Swergold pres.; Court reporter Steven Greenblum pres.; Order with bail modification to be submitted (jw) (Entered: 03/06/2018)
2/14/2018DECLARATION of Thomas Harvey by Ernest Montevecchi re: 78 Declaration in Support of Motion filed by Ernest Montevecchi. corrected declaration (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 02/14/2018)
2/14/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSAs Jason M. Swergold / Jessica Greenwood, dated February 14, 2018 re: Following Your Honor's ruling on the record during today's bail hearing, the parties respectfully request that the Court modify the terms of defendant Ernest Montevecchi's pretrial release as follows: 1) The defendant will be subject to home detention with GPS location monitoring; 2) The defendant will be permitted to leave his home Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 11 :00 p.m.; 3) When the defendant is not in his home, his travel shall be restricted to Ocean County, New Jersey, unless otherwise approved by Pretrial Services. All other conditions of release, to the extent not modified herein, shall remain in effect. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2018)(bw) (Entered: 02/14/2018)
2/14/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to John Zancocchio on 85 LETTER by USA as to John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 13, 2018 re: Request for Bail Revocation Hearing. ENDORSEMENT: A hearing on bail revocation will be held on February 21, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. So Ordered. (Bail Revocation Hearing set for 2/21/2018 at 02:30 PM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 02/14/2018)
2/14/2018 PROTECTIVE ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle...regarding procedures to be followed that shall govern the handling of confidential material.... (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/14/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 02/14/2018)
2/14/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 14, 2018 re: Request for Discovery Protective Order Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/14/2018)
2/13/2018 LETTER by USA as to John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 13, 2018 re: Request for Bail Revocation Hearing Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C, # 4 Exhibit D)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/13/2018)
2/13/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Domenick Miniero on 80 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Document filed by Domenick Miniero. ENDORSEMENT: Reporting, and its frequency, shall be as the U.S.P.O. directs. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/13/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 02/13/2018)
2/13/2018***NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY ERROR as to Domenick Miniero: Notice to Attorney Bradley Lamar Henry to RE-FILE Document 82 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated 2/9/18 re: Bail Modification. ERROR(S): Letter date missing from document. (ka) (Entered: 02/13/2018)
2/12/2018 FILING ERROR - DEFICIENT DOCKET ENTRY - LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Bradley L. Henry dated 2/9/18 re: Bail Modification . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) Modified on 2/13/2018 (ka). (Entered: 02/12/2018)
2/12/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Domenick Miniero: Notice to Attorney Bradley Lamar Henry to RE-FILE Document 80 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 02/12/2018)
2/9/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to John Zancocchio addressed to Your Honor from John Meringolo dated 2/9/18 re: Requesting the Court grant permission for my client to attend his aunts Vincenza Curotto funeral on Sunday February 11, 2018 at Cherubini Mcinerney located at 1289 Forrest Avenue from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm and from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm as well as the mass at St. Rocks Church on Port Richmond Avenue and the burial at Moravian Cemetery on Todt Hill Road, Monday from 9 am until 2:30 pm...ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/9/18)(jw) (Entered: 02/12/2018)
2/9/2018 FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Domenick Miniero. (Henry, Bradley) Modified on 2/12/2018 (ka). (Entered: 02/09/2018)
2/8/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to George Tropiano addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan dated 2/7/18 re: Requesting permission to file interim vouchers in this case. I was appointed to represent Mr. Schultz in January of 2018. This is a complex case, with large amounts of discovery, and is likely to continue for an extended period of time....ENDORSEMENT: SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/8/18)(jw) (Entered: 02/08/2018)
2/8/2018DECLARATION of Thomas Harvey in Support as to Ernest Montevecchi re: 77 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release .. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Trancript)(Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 02/08/2018)
2/8/2018 MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Ernest Montevecchi. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 02/08/2018)
2/8/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to George Tropiano (4) on 73 FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated February 7, 2018 re: modify bail conditions to allow church attendance. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/7/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 02/08/2018)
2/7/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr in amount of $ 4,000,000.00. Secured by the properities located at 3 Glenwood Court, Glen Cove, NY, and 543 Meeker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. The bond shall be co-signed by three financially responsible persons approved by the Government. The defendant shall be subject to home incarceration enforced by electronic monitoring. The defendant shall install a video security system at his home (the "Security System"), with the following specifications: The Security System shall include cameras that continuously monitor the front door, rear entrance, and garage of his home;b. Designated law enforcement agents shall have real-time access to the SecuritySystem; All video footage shall be retained and provided to designated law enforcement agents on the first of every month; d. Only law enforcement agents shall have access to the password and settings for the Security System. The defendant shall have no contact with any co-defendants unless in the presence ofcounsel. Advice of Penalties and Sanctions attached. (jw) (Entered: 02/08/2018)
2/7/2018FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated February 7, 2018 re: Permission to file interim vouchers . Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 02/07/2018)
2/7/2018FIRST LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from David K. Bertan, Esq. dated February 7, 2018 re: modify bail conditions to allow church attendance. Document filed by George Tropiano. (Bertan, David) (Entered: 02/07/2018)
2/6/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr on 71 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 5, 2018 re: Proposed Bail Conditions for Joseph Cammarano. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/6/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 02/07/2018)
2/5/2018 LETTER by USA as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated February 5, 2018 re: Proposed Bail Conditions for Joseph Cammarano Document filed by USA. (Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 02/05/2018)
2/5/2018ORDER granting 69 LETTER MOTION as to Joseph Santapaolo (7). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 2/5/18) (jbo) (Entered: 02/05/2018)
2/5/2018 LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Jill R. Shellow dated 02/05/2018 re: Modification of bail conditions . Document filed by Joseph Santapaolo. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Signed appearance bond)(Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 02/05/2018)
1/30/2018Rule 5(c)(3) Documents Received as to Joseph Santapaolo from the United States District Court - Middle District of Pennsylvania. (jm) (Entered: 02/02/2018)
1/30/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Conference proceeding held on 1/18/18 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days.... (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 01/30/2018)
1/30/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr re: Conference held on 1/18/18 before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carol Ganley, (212) 805-0300, 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. Redaction Request due 2/20/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/2/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/30/2018. (McGuirk, Kelly) (Entered: 01/30/2018)
1/23/2018MEMO ENDORSEEMNT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. ENDORSEMENT: So ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/23/2018)(ft) (Entered: 01/23/2018)
1/23/2018COUNTER LETTER MOTION addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Vincent J. Martinelli, Esq. dated January 23, 2018 re: 58 Memo Endorsement, 57 Letter, re: Bail Modification . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 01/23/2018)
1/23/2018NOTICE TO ATTORNEY TO RE-FILE DOCUMENT - EVENT TYPE ERROR as to Albert Armetta: Notice to Attorney Vincent John Martinelli to RE-FILE Document 59 COUNTER MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release .. Use the event type Letter Motion found under the event list Motions. (ka) (Entered: 01/23/2018)
1/23/2018 B> FILING ERROR - WRONG EVENT TYPE SELECTED FROM MENU - COUNTER MOTION to Modify Conditions of Release . Document filed by Albert Armetta. (Martinelli, Vincent) Modified on 1/23/2018 (ka). (Entered: 01/23/2018)
1/22/2018MEMO ENDORSEMENT as to Albert Armetta on 57 LETTER by USA as to Albert Armetta addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated January 22, 2018 re: Modification of Defendant Albert Armetta's Bail Conditions. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/22/2018) (lnl) (Entered: 01/23/2018)
1/22/2018 LETTER by USA as to Albert Armetta addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from AUSA Jason Swergold dated January 22, 2018 re: Modification of Defendant Albert Armetta's Bail Conditions Document filed by USA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Bail Hearing Transcript)(Swergold, Jason) (Entered: 01/22/2018)
1/21/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Jill R. Shellow appearing for Joseph Santapaolo. Appearance Type: CJA Appointment. (Shellow, Jill) (Entered: 01/21/2018)
1/21/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Vincent John Martinelli appearing for Albert Armetta. Appearance Type: Retained. (Martinelli, Vincent) (Entered: 01/21/2018)
1/19/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Joseph Sabella in amount of $ 750,000.00. $750,000 PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE BOND; TO BE COSIGNED BY WIFE AND BOTH PARENTS;SECURED BY PROPERTY: DEFT'S AND PARENTS' RESIDENCES; TRAVEL RESTRICTED TOSDNY/EDNY/DNJ; SURRENDER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND NO NEW APPLICATIONS; STRICTPRETRIAL SUPERVISION; DEFT TO SUBMIT TO URINALYSIS, IF POSITIVE ADD CONDITION OF DRUG TESTING AND TREATMENT; DEFT NOT TO POSSESS FIREARMS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES, OTHER WEAPONS; DEFT TO BE RELEASED ON OWN SIGNATURE PLUS WHEN ONE PROPERTY IS POSTED AS SECURITY; REMAINING CONDITIONS TO BE MET BY 1123/18; DEFT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH OTHER DEFENDANTS OUTSIDE OF PRESENCE OF COUNSEL. BAIL MODIFICATION ON 1/19/18 BY USDJ HELLERSTEIN: 1) A PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $750,000; 2) THE DEFT'S BOND TO BE COSIGNED BY THREE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE PEOPLE APPROVED BY THE GOVT; 3) THE DEFT'S BOND TO BE SECURED BY TWO PROPERTIES; SPECIFICALLY HIS PERSONAL RESIDENCE AND HIS PARENTS' RESIDENCE; 4) THE DEFT IS SUBJECT TO HOME DETENTION TO BE ENFORCED BY PGS MONITORING; THE DEFT MAY LEAVE HIS RESIDENCE TO TAKE HIS TWO OLDER CHILDREN TO AND FROM THE SCHOOL BUS, TO TAKE HIS YOUNGEST CHILD TO AND FROM SCHOOL, TO TAKE HIMSELF AND HIS WIFE TO AND FROM MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS AS APPROVED BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; 5) THE DEFT SHALL USE A SINGLE CELLULAR TELEPHONE OR OTHER ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND SHALL IDENTIFY THAT DEVICE AND ANY TELEPHONE NUMBER TO PRETRIAL SERVICES; THE DEVICE IDENTIFIED BY THE DEFT WILL BE SUBJECT TO SEARCH BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; 6) THE DEFT SHALL MAINTAIN A VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM AT HIS RESIDENCE; THAT VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM MUST CAPTURE THE ENTRANCES AND EXITS TO THE HOME TO DOCUMENT ANY VISITORS TO THE DEFT'S RESIDENCE; THE DEFT WILL PROVIDE ACCESS AS REQUESTED TO THAT VIDEO SURVEILLANCE TO PRETRIAL SERVICES, AND AS NECESSARY TO ASSIST PRETRIAL SERVICES AGENTS WORKING WITH THE GOVT INCLUDING TO ALLOW FOR THE VIEWING OR DOWNLOADING OF SURVEILLANCE VIDEO; 7) THE DEFT'S TRAVEL IS RESTRICTED TO THE SOUTHERN AND EASTERN DISTRICTS OF NEW YORK; AND THE DISTRICT OF NEW JERSEY; 8) THE DEFT IS TO SURRENDER ANY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND SUBMIT NO NEW APPLICATIONS; 9) THE DEFT SHALL NOT POSSESS ANY FIREARMS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES, OTHER WEAPONS, INCLUDING IN HIS RESIDENCE; 10) THE DEFT IS TO SUBMIT TO URINALYSIS UPON RELEASE AND IF POSITIVE SUBMIT TO DRUG TESTING AND TREATMENT AS DIRECTED BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; II) THE DEFT IS TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH CO-DEFENDANTS EXCEPT IN THE PRESENCE OF COUNSEL; 12) THE DEFT IS TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH KNOWN VICTIMS OR WITNESSES; THIS PROVISION DOES NOT LIMIT THE ABILITY OF THIRD PARTIES ASSISTING IN THE PREPARATION OF THE DEFT'S DEFENSE, SUCH AS COUNSEL OR INVESTIGATORS, FROM CONTACTING KNOWN VICTIMS OR WITNESSES; 13) THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN PARAGRAPHS 4 THROUGH 5 ABOVE MUST BE SATISFIED BEFORE THE DEFT'S RELEASE; 14) THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN PARAGRAPHS 2 AND 3 ABOVE MUST BE SATISFIED NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 2, 2018. (ft) (Entered: 01/24/2018)
1/19/2018PRB Bond Entered as to (18-Cr-15-02) John Zancocchio in amount of $1,000,000.00. $1 MILLION PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE BOND; TO BE COSIGNED BY THREE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE PERSONS; SECURED BY CASH OR PROPERTY VALUED AT $500,000 IN THE AGGREGATE; TRAVEL RESTRICTED TO SDNY/EDNY; SURRENDER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND NO NEW APPLICATIONS; PRETRIAL SUPERVISION AS DIRECTED BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; HOME INCARCERATION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING; DEFENDANT NOT POSSESS FIREARMS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES OR OTHER WEAPONS; DEFENDANT TO BE RELEASED ON OWN SIGNATURE PLUS 3 FRP SIGNATURES AND SETUP OF ELECTRONIC MONITORING BY PTS; REMAINING CONDITIONS TO BE MET BY 1/26/2018; DEFENDANT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH CO-DEFENDANTS EXCEPT IN PRESENCE OF COUNSEL; DEFENDANT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH KNOWN VICTIMS OF OR WITNESSES TO OFFENSES ALLEGED IN INDICTMENT. BAIL MODIFIED BY USDJ HELLERSTEIN ON 7/30/2018: (1) The Defendant shall be released pending trial on the same conditions previously imposed at his presentment, except that the Defendant shall also be subject to home incarceration with GPS monitoring, (2) The Defendant shall be released by 2:00 PM on July 31, 2018. (ft); (Main Document 56 replaced on 8/2/2018)(bw). Modified on 8/2/2018 (bw). (Entered: 01/22/2018)
1/19/2018ORDER as to Joseph Sabella. Pursuant to the Bail Reform Act, Title 18, United States Code, Section 3142, and following a hearing on the matter, theCourt determines that the following conditions will reasonablyassure the appearance of defendant JOSEPH SABELLA and the safety of the community, and ORDERS that the defendant be released on bail pending trial subject to the following conditions of release. Please see Order. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/19/18)(jw) (Entered: 01/19/2018)
1/19/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Jonathan Andrew Marvinny appearing for Simone Esposito. Appearance Type: Public Defender or Community Defender Appointment. (Marvinny, Jonathan) (Entered: 01/19/2018)
1/18/201883CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by (18-Cr-15-04) George Tropiano. APPROVED: (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/18/2018) (bw) (Entered: 02/12/2018)
1/18/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein:Pretrial Conference as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle held on 1/18/2018, as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle( Pretrial Conference set for 4/13/2018 at 11:00 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) Deft. Joseph Cammarano pres. w/atty. Elizabeth Macedonio; Deft. John Zancocchio pres. w/atty. John Meringolo; Deft. Joseph Sabella pres. w/atty. Joseph Corozzo; Deft. George Tropiano pres. w/CJA atty. David Bertan; Court appoints CJA atty David Bertan to represent deft. George Tropiano; Deft. Albert Armetta pres. w/atty. John Rapawy; Deft. Domenick Miniero pres. w/atty. Elizabeth Macedonio for atty. Brad Henry; Deft. Joseph Santapaolo pres. w/atty. Jill Shellow; Deft. Simone Esposito pres. w/atty. Jonathan Marvinny; Deft. Ernest Montevecchi pres. w/atty. Leonardo Aldridge; Atty. Leonardo Aldridge is discharged and atty. Thomas Harvey is retained; Deft. Eugene Castelle pres. w/atty. Gerald McMahon; AUSAs, Jason Swergold and Jessica Greenwood pres; Court reporter Carol Ganley pres.; Deft. Joseph Santapaolo is arraigned and enters a plea of not guilty to the indictment; Bail is set for deft. Joseph Santapaolo (Order to be submitted); Motion to severe by defendant Eugene Castelle is denied; No contact w/witnesses and victims added to defts Dominic Miniero bail conditions (order to be submitted); Deft. Joseph Sabellas bail application appealing Magistrate Judges decision heard (Order to be submitted); Next PTC is set for 4/13/18 at 11:00 a.m.; Time excluded until 4/13/18; in the interest of justice; Defts. Joseph Cammarano, John Zancocchio and Joseph Sabella contd remanded until bail conditions are met; All other defts. contd on bail. (jw) (Entered: 02/06/2018)
1/18/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Arraignment as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) Count 1 held on 1/18/2018. Plea entered by Joseph Santapaolo (7) Count 1 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 02/02/2018)
1/18/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein: Initial Appearance as to Joseph Santapaolo (7) held on 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 02/02/2018)
1/18/201866CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Joseph Santapaolo. CJA Attorney Jill R. Shellow. (Signed by Judge Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein) (ft) (Entered: 01/30/2018)
1/18/2018Attorney update in case as to Ernest Montevecchi (9). Attorney Thomas Alton Harvey for Ernest Montevecchi added. Attorney Leonardo M. Aldridge terminated. (bw) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018CONSENT ORDER GRANTING SUBSTITUTION OF ATTORNEY: as to (18-Cr-15-09) Ernest Montevecchi. Notice is hereby given that, subject to approval by the court, ERNEST MONTEVECCHI substitutes Thomas A. Harvey, State Bar No. (8855) as counsel of record in place of Leonardo M. Aldridge. Contact information for new counsel is as follows:...[See this Order]... The substitution of attorney is hereby approved and so ORDERED: (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/18/2018) [Note: A separate consent order of substitution must be filed by each new attorney wishing to enter an appearance.] (bw) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to John Zancocchio, Simone Esposito. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Arraignment proceeding held on 1/12/2018 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (ft) (Main Document 47 replaced on 1/18/2018) (ft). (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to John Zancocchio, Simone Esposito re: Arraignment held on 1/12/2018 before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carole Ludwig, (212) 420-0771, 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. Redaction Request due 2/8/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/20/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/18/2018. (ft) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Arraignment proceeding held on 1/12/2018 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (ft) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, Joseph Sabella, Albert Armetta re: Arraignment held on 1/12/2018 before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carole Ludwig, (212) 420-0771, 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. Redaction Request due 2/8/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/20/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/18/2018. (ft) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Ernest Montevecchi. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Arraignment proceeding held on 1/12/2018 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (ft) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/18/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Ernest Montevecchi re: Arraignment held on 1/12/2018 before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carole Ludwig, (212) 420-0771, 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. Redaction Request due 2/8/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/20/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/18/2018. (ft) (Entered: 01/18/2018)
1/17/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Albert Armetta in amount of $2,000,000.00. $2,000.000.00 PRB; CO-SIGNED BY 2 FRP'S; SECURED BY REAL PROPERTY VALUED AT $1 MILLION DOLLARS IN AGGREGATE. SURRENDER OF TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND NO NEW APPLICATIONS; PRETRIAL SUPERVISION AS DIRECTED BY PTS; HOME DETENTION WITH ELECTRONIC MONITORING/CURFEW; DEFENDANT IS NOT TO POSSESS FIREARMS/DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES OR WEAPONS; DEFENDANT TO BE DETAINED UNTIL ALL CONDITIONS ARE MET; NO CONTACT WITH CO-DEFENDANTS EXCEPT IN THE PRESENCE OF COUNSEL; NO CONTACT WITH KNOWN VICTIMS OR WITNESSES TO OFFENSES ALLEGED IN THE INDICTMENT(ft) (Entered: 01/19/2018)
1/17/2018 LETTER by Joseph Sabella addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Joseph R. Corozzo dated 1/17/18 re: In Support of the Magistrate's Decision Granting Bail (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A - Transcript of 1/16/18 Hearing)(Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018MEMORANDUM in Support by Eugene Castelle re 37 MOTION to Sever Defendant and for Speedy Trial.. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Elizabeth Edwards Macedonio appearing for Joseph Cammarano, Jr. Appearance Type: Retained. (Macedonio, Elizabeth) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018DECLARATION of Gerald J. McMahon in Support as to Eugene Castelle re: 37 MOTION to Sever Defendant and for Speedy Trial.. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018 MOTION to Sever Defendant and for Speedy Trial. Document filed by Eugene Castelle. (McMahon, Gerald) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-02) John Zancocchio addressed to Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein from Attorney John Meringlolo dated January 17, 2018 re: Due to the extensive nature of the case and the voluminous discovery materials that will be produced, I respectfully request Court approval of CJA funds to retain an associate attorney from my firm at a reduced rate of $90 per hour to assist me with the review of discovery and correspondence with the client. If the Court grants this request, I believe that approval for 100 hours, at $90 per hour, would be appropriate, given the volume of discovery produced, the nature of the case, and the amount of client correspondence required. If approved, I request that we be able to bill for the hours already expended by my associate since January 12, 2018, the date of the arraignment. Furthermore, in light of the estimated time that the discovery will take to be completed, I respectfully request that the Court authorize the submission of interim vouchers pursuant to the Criminal Justice Act. ENDORSEMENT: So Ordered. (Signed by Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein on 1/17/2018)(bw) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018NOTICE OF FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT as to Joseph Sabella. Notice is hereby given that an official transcript of a Bail Hearing proceeding held on 1/16/2018 has been filed by the court reporter/transcriber in the above-captioned matter. The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript may be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (ft) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings as to Joseph Sabella re: Bail Hearingheld on 1/16/2018 before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman. Court Reporter/Transcriber: Carole Ludwig, (212) 420-0771, 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. Redaction Request due 2/7/2018. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/20/2018. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/17/2018. (ft) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/17/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Joseph R. Corozzo appearing for Joseph Sabella. Appearance Type: Retained. (Corozzo, Joseph) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Domenick Miniero in amount of $ 100,000 Personal Recognizance bond; To be cosigned by one financially responsible person; Travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; Surrender travel documents and no new applications; Regular pretrial supervision; Deft not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon - no firearm in residence; Deft to be released on own signature, plus the following conditions: Removal of Firearms from residence; No contact with co-deft except in the presence of counsel; Advice of Penalties and Sanctions attached. (jw) (Entered: 01/19/2018)
1/16/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Defendant is present with attorney Brad Henry; AUSAS Swergold si also present. Arraignment as to Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1,3 Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1,3 held on 1/16/2018., Plea entered by Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1,3 Domenick Miniero (6) Count 1,3 Not Guilty., As to Domenick Miniero( Status Conference set for 1/18/2018 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.) (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman:Initial Appearance as to Domenick Miniero held on 1/16/2018. Defendant is present with attorney Brad Henry; AUSA Swergold is also present. Defendant is to be released on a $100,000 PRB cosigned by one (1) FRP; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents & no new applications; regular PTS supervision; defendant shall not possess a firearm/destructive device/weapon - no firearm in residence. Defendant is to be released on own signature plus removal of firearm from residence with remaining conditions to be met by 1/30/18. No contact with co-defendants unless in presence of counsel. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018Attorney update in case as to Domenick Miniero. Attorney Bradley Lamar Henry for Domenick Miniero added. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/201834CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Domenick Miniero appointing cja attorney Brad Henry. (Signed by Judge Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman) (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018Arrest of Domenick Miniero. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Joseph R. Corozzo appearing for (18-Cr-15-03) Joseph Sabella. (bw) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/16/2018Appearance Bond Entered as to (18-Cr-15-10) Eugene Castelle in amount of $500,000.00. $500,000 Personal Recognizance Bond; to be cosigned by two financially responsible persons; secured by brother's home 72 Pilot St., Staten Island; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents and no new applications; pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; Defendant to submit to urinalysis, if positive, add condition of drug testing and treatment; home incarceration; electronic monitoring; Defendant to be released on own signature; FRPs to sign and passport to be surrendered by 1/19/2018; security for bond by 1/26/2018; Defendant to have no contact with co-defendants except in presence of counsel; Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. [Advice of Penalties and Sanctions attached. Defendant Released.] (bw) (Main Document 23 replaced on 5/18/2021) (jbo). (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/16/2018ENDORSED LETTER as to (18-Cr-15-03) Joseph Sabella addressed to Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman from AUSA Jessica Greenwood dated January 16, 2018 re: The Government writes following this morning's bail hearing for defendant Joseph Sabella. The Government will be appealing the Court's bail order to Judge Hellerstein at the initial conference in the case at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday January 18, 2018. The Government respectfully requests that the Court's bail order be stayed until that time to allow for the Government's appeal. ENDORSEMENT: Defendant Sabella's release is stayed until the conclusion of the 1-18-18 conference before Judge Hellerstein. SO ORDERED: (Signed by Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman on 1/16/2018)(bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/16/2018ORAL ORDER as to Joseph Sabella (3). Status Conference set for 1/18/2018 at 11:30 AM before Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. (By Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman on 1/16/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/16/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Henry B. Pitman: Detention Hearing as to Joseph Sabella (3) held on 1/16/2018. AUSA Jessica Greenwood. Defense Counsel Joseph Corozzo. BAIL DISPOSITION: $750,000 PRB; signed by wife and both parents; secured by property: Defendant's and Parents' residences; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY/DNJ; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); strict pretrial supervision; Defendant to submit to urinalysis; if positive, add condition of drug testing/treatment; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon. Defendant to be released on own signature, plus the following conditions: When one property is posted as security. Remaining conditions to be met by 1-23-2018. Defendant not to have contact with other defendants outside of presence of counsel. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Conference before District Judge on 1-18-2018 at 11:30 AM. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018PRB Bond Entered as to George Tropiano in amount of $5,000,0000.00. AGREED CONDITIONS OF RELEASE: $5 MILLION PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE BOND; TO BE COSIGNED BY FIVE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE PERSONS; SECURED BY PROPERTY VALUED AT $4 MILLION IN THE AGGREGATE; TRAVEL RESTRICTED TO SDNY/EDNY; SURRENDER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND NO NEW APPLICATIONS; PRETRIAL SUPERVISION AS DIRECTED BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; HOME INCARCERATION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING; DEFT NOT POSSESS FIREARMS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES OR OTHER WEAPONS; DEFT TO BE RELEASED ON OWN SIGNATURE; PASSPORT TO BE SURRENDERED BY 1/16/18; FRPS TO COSIGN BOND BY 1/19/18; SECURITY TO BE POSTED FOR BOND BY 1/26/18; DEFT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH CO-DEFENDANTS EXCEPT IN PRESENCE OF COUNSEL; DEFT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH KNOWN VICTIMS OF OR WITNESSES TO OFFENSES ALLEGED IN INDICTMENT. (ft) (Entered: 01/25/2018)
1/12/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Simone Esposito in amount of $ 500,000.00. AGREED CONDITIONS OF RELEASE: $500,000 PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE BOND; TO BE COSIGNEDBY THREE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE PERSONS; SECURED BY HOME IN MANALAPAN, NJ;TRAVEL RESTRICTED TO SDNY/EDNY/DNJ; SURRENDER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND NO NEW APPLICATIONS; PRETRIAL SUPERVISION AS DIRECTED BY PRETRIAL SERVICES; HOME DETENTION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING; DEFT NOT POSSESS FIREARMS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES OR OTHER WEAPONS; DEFT TO BE RELEASED ON OWN SIGNATURE; FRPS TO COSIGN BY 1/19/18; SECURITY TO BE POSTED BY 1/26/18; DEFT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH CO-DEFENDANTS EXCEPT IN PRESENCE OF COUNSEL; DEFT TO HAVE NO CONTACT WITH KNOWN VICTIMS OF OR WITNESSES TO OFFENSES ALLEGED IN INDICTMENT. (ft) (Entered: 01/24/2018)
1/12/2018PRB Bond Entered as to Ernest Montevecchi in amount of $ 500,000.00. To be cosigned by two financially responsible persons: Secured by Home in NJ; Travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY/DNJ; Surrender travel documents and no new applications; Pretrial supervision as directed by pretrial services; Home incarceration; Electronic monitoring; Deft not possess firearms, destructive devices or other weapons; Deft to be released on own signature; FRPS to sign by 1/19/18; Security to be posted by 1/26/18; Deft to have no contact with co-defendants except in presence of counsel; Deft to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses charged in indictment. Advice of Penalties and sanctions attached. (jw) (Entered: 01/19/2018)
1/12/2018Attorney update in case as to John Zancocchio. Attorney John C. Meringolo for John Zancocchio added. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/201833CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by John Zancocchio appointing cja attorney John Maringolo. (Signed by Judge Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses) (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/201832CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Simone Esposito appointing fed defender Jonathan Marvinny. (Signed by Judge Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses) (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/2018Attorney update in case as to Ernest Montevecchi. Attorney Leonardo M Aldridge for Ernest Montevecchi added. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/201831CJA 23 Financial Affidavit by Ernest Montevecchi appointing cja attorney Leo Aldridge. (Signed by Judge Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses) (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/201830ORDER as to John Zancocchio for medical atention. (Signed by Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/18)(jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/201827ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr for medical attention. (Signed by Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/18)(jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/2018NOTICE OF ATTORNEY APPEARANCE: Gerald Joseph McMahon appearing for Eugene Castelle. (jm) (Entered: 01/17/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to George Tropiano (4). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to George Tropiano (4) Count 1,3 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by George Tropiano (4) Count 1,3 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to George Tropiano (4) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel John Rapawy (Retained). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: Agreed conditions of release; $5 million PRB; 5 FRP; secured by property: Property valued at $4 million in the aggregate; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; home incarceration; electronic monitoring; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon. Defendant to be released on own signature. Remaining conditions to be met by: Passport to be surrendered by 1/16/2018. FRPs to co-sign bond by 1/19/2018. Security to be posted for bond by 1/26/2018. Defendant to have no contact with co-defendants except in the presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of George Tropiano (4). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Eugene Castelle (10). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Eugene Castelle (10) Count 3 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Eugene Castelle (10) Count 3 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Eugene Castelle (10) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018, Vol. Surr. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Gerry McMahon (Retained). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: $500,000 PRB; 2 FRP; secured by property: Brother's home, 72 Pilot St., Staten Island; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; Defendant to submit to urinalysis; if positive, add conditions of drug testing/treatment; home incarceration; electronic monitoring. Defendant to be released on own signature, plus the following conditions: PTS to set up electronic monitoring. Remaining conditions to be met by: FRPs to sign and passport to be surrendered by 1/19/2018. Security for bond to be posted by 1/26/2018. Defendant to have no contact with co-defendants except in the presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Main Document 19 replaced on 1/16/2018) (bw). Modified on 1/16/2018 (bw). (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Eugene Castelle (10). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Simone Esposito (8). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Simone Esposito (8) Count 1 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Simone Esposito (8) Count 1 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Simone Esposito (8) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Jonathan Marvinny (Federal Defenders). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: Agreed conditions of release; $500,000 PRB; 3 FRP; secured by property: Home in Manalapan, NJ; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY/DNJ; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; home detention; electronic monitoring; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon. Defendant to be released on own signature; remaining conditions to be met by: FRPs to cosign by 1/19/2018. Security for bond to be posted by 1/26/2018. Defendant to have no contact with co-defendants except in the presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Simone Esposito (8). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (1). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Count 1,3 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Joseph Cammarano Jr. (1) Count 1,3 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (1) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Elizabeth Macedonio (Retained). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: Detention on consent without prejudice. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Joseph Cammarano, Jr. (1). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Albert Armetta (5). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Albert Armetta (5) Count 1,2 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Albert Armetta (5) Count 1,2 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Albert Armetta (5) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Vincent Martinelli (Retained). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: $2 million PRB; 2 FRP; secured by property: Real property valued at $1 million in the aggregate; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; home detention; curfew; electronic monitoring; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon; Defendant to be detained until all conditions are met. Defendant to have not contact with co-defendants except in the presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Albert Armetta (5). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Joseph Sabella (3). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. Detention Hearing set for 1/16/2018 at 11:00 AM before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1,3 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Joseph Sabella (3) Count 1,3 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Joseph Sabella (3) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Vincent Martinelli (arraignment only) (Retained). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: Detention Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, 1/16/2018, 11:00 AM. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Joseph Sabella (3). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to Ernest Montevecchi (9). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by Ernest Montevecchi (9) Count 1 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to Ernest Montevecchi (9) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel Leonardo Aldridge (CJA). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: Agreed conditions of release; $500,000 PRB; 2 FRP; secured by property: Home in NJ; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY/DNJ; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; home incarceration; electronic monitoring; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon. Defendant to be released on own signature; remaining conditions to be met by: FRPs to sign by 1/19/2018. Security to be posted by 1/26/2018. Defendant to be no contact with co-defendants except in presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with known victims of or witnesses to offenses charged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of Ernest Montevecchi (9). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018ORAL ORDER as to John Zancocchio (2). Time excluded from 1/12/2018 until 1/18/2018. (By Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/2018) (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Arraignment as to John Zancocchio (2) Count 1,3 held on 1/12/2018. Plea entered by John Zancocchio (2) Count 1,3 -- Not Guilty. (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses: Initial Appearance as to John Zancocchio (2) held on 1/12/2018. Date of Arrest: 1/12/2018. AUSA Jason Swergold. Defense Counsel John Meringolo (CJA). Proceeding: Rule 9. BAIL DISPOSITION: $1 million PRB; 3 FRP; secured by Cash or property valued at $500,000 in the aggregate; travel restricted to SDNY/EDNY; surrender travel documents (& no new applications); pretrial supervision as directed by Pretrial Services; home incarceration; electronic monitoring; Defendant not to possess firearm/destructive device/other weapon. Defendant to be released on own signature, plus the following conditions: 3 FRP signatures and setup of electronic monitoring by PTS; remaining conditions to be met by 1/26/2018. Defendant to have no contact with co-defendants except in the presence of counsel. Defendant to have no contact with know victims of or witnesses to offenses alleged in Indictment. ADDITIONAL PROCEEDINGS: Defendant arraigned; pleads Not Guilty. Conference before District Judge on 1/18/2018. Speedy Trial Time excluded under 18 U.S.C. Section 3161(h)(7) until 1/18/2018. (bw) (Main Document 13 replaced on 1/16/2018) (bw). Modified on 1/16/2018 (bw). (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Arrest of John Zancocchio (2). [*** NOTE: Refer to Disposition Sheet for Rule 9 Proceeding held on 1/12/2018. ***] (bw) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Attorney update in case as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. Attorney Jason Michael Swergold,Jessica Greenwood for USA added. (jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Case as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle ASSIGNED to Judge Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Judge Judge Unassigned no longer assigned to the case. (jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Case Designated ECF as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018INDICTMENT UNSEALED as to Joseph Cammarano, Jr, John Zancocchio, Joseph Sabella, George Tropiano, Albert Armetta, Domenick Miniero, Joseph Santapaolo, Simone Esposito, Ernest Montevecchi, Eugene Castelle. (jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018Order to Unseal Indictment as to Sealed Defendant 1, Sealed Defendant 2, Sealed Defendant 3, Sealed Defendant 4, Sealed Defendant 5, Sealed Defendant 6, Sealed Defendant 7, Sealed Defendant 8, Sealed Defendant 9, Sealed Defendant 10. (Signed by Magistrate Judge Barbara C. Moses on 1/12/18)(jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)
1/12/2018SEALED INDICTMENT as to Sealed Defendant 1 (1) count(s) 1, 3, Sealed Defendant 2 (2) count(s) 1, 3, Sealed Defendant 3 (3) count(s) 1, 3, Sealed Defendant 4 (4) count(s) 1, 3, Sealed Defendant 5 (5) count(s) 1, 2, Sealed Defendant 6 (6) count(s) 1, 3, Sealed Defendant 7 (7) count(s) 1, Sealed Defendant 8 (8) count(s) 1, Sealed Defendant 9 (9) count(s) 1, Sealed Defendant 10 (10) count(s) 3. (jm) (Entered: 01/16/2018)