Memorandum Opinion and Order: 1:17-cr-02949-MV
Summary
The court explains its release analysis under the Bail Reform Act and denies the government's motion to reconsider and stay the release order for Mr. Robertson, who is charged with obstruction of justice, possessing and discharging a firearm, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. Mr. Robertson has been in pretrial detention since December 2017. The trial is set for April 5, 2021.
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Memorandum Opinion and Order: Case 1:17-cr-02849-MVht Document 3062 Filed 03/02/21 Page 2 of 616
The court explains its release analysis under the Bail Reform Act and denies the government's motion to reconsider and stay the release order of Mr. Robertson, who is charged with obstruction of justice, possessing and discharging a firearm, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. The case has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a trial is now set for April 5, 2021. Mr. Robertson has been in pretrial detention since December 11, 2017.
Court Filing: 1:21-cr-02949
The court considers factors under 18 U.S.C. § 3142(g) to determine whether Mr. Robertson should be released on bail. Although some factors weigh against his release, the court finds that strict conditions could meet the requirements for his release. The charges against Mr. Robertson are serious, involving allegations of shooting a victim in retaliation for cooperating with the government.
Court Filing: Case 1:17-cr-00249-RM Document 3062 Filed 06/02/21 Page 8 of 616
The court has found that Mr. Robertson has met his burden of production and rebutted the presumption against release. The court considered the factors under 18 U.S.C. § 3142(g) and imposed strict conditions for his release. The charges against Mr. Robertson are serious and involve allegations of shooting a victim in retaliation for cooperating with the government.
court filing: 1:17-cr-02949-LAP Document 306 Filed 06/24/21 Page 9 of 16
The document discusses the court's consideration of Mr. Robertson's bail request, weighing his history of violating conditions of release against his lack of violent convictions and the presumption of innocence. The court ultimately appears to be evaluating the seriousness of the danger posed by Mr. Robertson's release. The government's concerns and allegations are also addressed.
court filing: 1:21-cr-02949-MV Document 30802 Filed 02/06/23 Page 14 of 16
The court rejects the government's proposed alternatives for Mr. Robertson to meet with his attorneys, citing the inadequacy of a screen between them and the government's late presentation of this information. The court maintains its decision to release Mr. Robertson due to concerns about trial preparation.
Court Filing: 1:21-cr-02949-MV Document 30802 Filed 02/06/23 Page 15 of 36
The court rejects the government's proposals for in-person attorney visits for defendant Robertson, citing uncertainty and risk due to COVID-19. The court also denies the government's request for a stay pending appeal, citing failure to apply the relevant legal standard.
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