Opinion
19-CR-651 (LTS)
08-19-2021
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA v. NIKOLAOS LIMBERATOS, Defendant.
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO BE PRESENT AT CRIMINAL PROCEEDING
Check Proceeding that Applies
__Conference
I am aware that I have been charged in an indictment with violations of federal law. I understand that I have a right to be present at all conferences concerning this indictment that are held by a judge In the Southern District of New York, unless the conference involves only a question of law, I understand that at these conferences the judge may, among other things, 1) set a schedule for the case including the date at which the trial will be held, and 2) determine whether, under the Speedy Trial Act, certain periods of time should be properly excluded in setting the time by which the trial must occur I have discussed these issues with my attorney and wish to give up my right to appear in person before the judge at the conference. By signing this document, I also wish to advise the court that I willingly give up any right I might have to have my attorney next to me at the conference so long as the following conditions are met. I want my attorney to be able to participate in the proceeding and to be able to speak on my behalf during the proceeding. I also want the ability to speak privately with my attorney at any time during the proceeding if I wish to do so.
Dated: __
Signature of Defendant__
Print Name__
I hereby affirm that I am aware of my obligation to discuss with my client the charges contained in the indictment, my client's rights to attend and participate in the criminal proceedings encompassed by this waiver, and this waiver form. I affirm that my client knowingly and voluntarily consents to the proceedings being held with my client and me both participating remotely.
ORDER
Dated: __
Signature of Defense Counsel__
Print Name__
Addendum for a defendant who requires services of an interpreter:
I used the services of an interpreter to discuss these issues with the defendant. The interpreter also translated this document, in its entirety, to the defendant before the defendant signed it. The interpreter's name is: .
Dated: __
Signature of Defense Counsel__
Laura Taylor Swain
Accepted: Signature of Judge