Blair filed a motion for compassionate release, and the court found that his pre-existing conditions, specifically his diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and obesity are compelling reasons for release. However, the court found that the §3553(a) sentencing factors weighed against release because Blair's crimes were serious, and the court could not conclude that Blair was not a danger to others. Specifically, Blair has a long history of assault and violence in association with his membership and leadership position with a biker gang.
United States v. Blair, No. 10-CR-0696-2 (JS) (ARL), 2020 WL 5709181 (E.D.N.Y. Sept. 24, 2020)
DETAILS
Decision
Date
09/24/2020
Practice Area
Criminal (Federal Charges)
Relief Requested
Release
Type of Court
Federal District Court
Location
New York
Type of Case
Individual
Case Characteristics
Post-Conviction Detention [jail or prison], Pre-Existing Health Conditions, Significant Criminal History
Release Granted
No
Compassionate Release Case
Yes
Case Tracking Number
2:10-cr-00696-JS-ARL
MORE CASE INFORMATION
Court Name
E.D.N.Y.
Decision
Motion Denied
Place of Incarceration
Federal Prison
Name of Facility
FCI Elkton
Legal Authority
First Step Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)
Convictions
discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence; conspiracy to murder and assault with dangerous weapons
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