Opinion
MAGISTRATE JUDGE ACTION NO. 2:13-MJ-01479-1
02-28-2014
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA v. MICHAEL KEAVNEY
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER OF DETENTION PENDING TRIAL
A detention hearing has been held in accordance with the Bail Reform Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3142(f). The following requires detention of the defendant pending trial in this case:
(1) There is probable cause to believe the defendant committed an offense for which a maximum term of imprisonment of ten years or more is prescribed in 21 U.S.C. § 841(b)(1)(B); and
(2) The defendant has not rebutted the presumption that no condition or combination of conditions will reasonably assure the appearance of the defendant as required and the safety of the community.
The evidence against the defendant is substantial. The defendant admitted he was being paid to transport marihuana, and he is facing a five-year minimum mandatory sentence if convicted. The findings and conclusions contained in the Pretrial Services Report, supplemented by the testimony of the defendant's housemate Angel Pinchon, are adopted. The defendant has not produced a co-surety or funds for a deposit. The presumption has not been rebutted, and there is an active warrant out of California for a probation violation.
The defendant is committed to the custody of the United States Marshal or his designated representative for confinement in a corrections facility separate, to the extent practicable, from persons awaiting or serving sentences or being held in custody pending appeal. The defendant shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity for private consultation with defense counsel. On order of a court of the United States or on request of an attorney for the Government, the person in charge of the corrections facility shall deliver the defendant to the United States Marshal for the purpose of an appearance in connection with a court proceeding.
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B. JANICE ELLINGTON
UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE