Opinion
Case No. 3:14-CR-159
01-20-2014
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiffs v. CURTIS COWEN, JR. Defendant
ENTRY AND ORDER DENYING DEFENDANT'S MOTION FOR REVIEW OF DETENTION ORDER (DOC. #26)
This matter comes before the Court pursuant to Defendant's Unopposed Motion for Review of Detention Order pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §3145(b) (Doc. #26) and his Memorandum in Support of Release (Doc. #33). In considering this Motion, the Court has also reviewed correspondence from Defendant's supporters and his pretrial service report.
In a review of Defendant's Motions, the Court cannot find by clear and convincing evidence that he is not likely to flee or pose a danger to the safety of any other person or the community if released. The Court's determination was based upon Defendant's criminal history, including offenses of violence and drugs. In review of that history Defendant has convictions that have resulted in lengthy terms of incarceration. In spite of said incarceration, the instant offenses arose while on active parole.
Although the Court appreciates the support offered by Defendant's family and friends, this Court based upon all factors finds there is no condition or combination of conditions that would reasonably assure the appearance of the Defendant and secure the safety of another person and the community.
Defendant's Motion for Review of Detention Order (Doc. #26) is DENIED.
IT IS SO ORDERED. January 20, 2014
*s/Thomas M. Rose
Thomas M. Rose, Judge
United States District Court