Mr. Toro submitted a motion moving for his release from pre-trial detention. Mr. Toro was detained under a charge of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute a controlled substance. The motion argued that Mr. Toro's continued detention represented a danger to his and the community at large's health, and tjat Mr. Toro's pre-existing health conditions constituted a risk that should result in his release under 18 U.S.C. § 3142. The motion was denied.
United States v. Toro, No. 1:190cr-00256-NONE-SKO, Dkt. No. 145 (E.D. Cal. March 23, 2020)/
DETAILS
Practice Area
Criminal (Federal Charges)
Relief Requested
Release
Type of Court
Federal District Court
Location
California
Type of Case
Individual
Case Characteristics
Pre-Existing Health Conditions, Pretrial Detention [jail]
Age, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Pre-Existing Health Conditions Notes
Age (62)
COVID-19 Positive or Symptomatic
No
Charges
Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance
COVID-19 in Jail Prison or Detention Center
Not Discussed
Summary for Legal Filings or Templates
Mr. Toro submitted a motion moving for his release from pre-trial detention. Mr. Toro was detained under a charge of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute a controlled substance. The motion argued that Mr. Toro's continued detention represented a danger to his and the community at large's health, and tjat Mr. Toro's pre-existing health conditions constituted a risk that should result in his release under 18 U.S.C. § 3142. The motion was denied.
Name of Attorney Legal Filings or Templates
Kevin P. Rooney
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