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"These are certainly questions that the court finds relevant to understanding the situation. As the Judge, it's my responsibility to ensure a thorough examination of the facts presented by both sides." "Moving on and having addressed the previous motions, are there any remaining issues either side wishes to raise before opening statements?" @Levy @Michael

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 Date: 03-07-2024 This Court has reviewed the arguments presented by both parties regarding Sergeant Castillo's administrative leave and the recent development that Sergeant Castillo is no longer on leave. While Sergeant Castillo's current status is no longer one of administrative leave, the Court finds it necessary to clarify the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department's justification for its administrative leave policy, particularly in relation to use-of-force incidents. This clarification is essential to ensure the Department's procedures comply with relevant legal guidelines and fair treatment of deputies. ORDER IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department shall appear before this Court within THREE business days to address the following: How the department's administrative leave policy aligns with the distinction between administrative leave and disciplinary actions outlined in the department's Manual of Policy and Procedure (MPP) Section 3-01/010.10. The specific procedures and timelines in place for administrative leave, particularly after use-of-force incidents. Whether Sergeant Castillo's rights were violated during the initial field interview in regards of asking for legal assistance. A copy of this Order shall be served on the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department at least TWO days before the hearing date. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Judge @Michael @Levy

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN AND ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 Date: 02-07-2024 Order Modifying Order Granting Motion to Compel in Part This Court, upon reviewing the motion filed by Plaintiff, Stefan Castillo, and considering the arguments of counsel, hereby modifies the Order Granting Motion to Compel in Part issued on this date. Modification: The portion of the Order Granting Motion to Compel in Part requiring Sergeant Castillo to participate in a formal interview with the Internal Affairs Department is hereby WITHDRAWN. Reasoning: The Court acknowledges that the interview mandated by the Order may have already been conducted. Therefore, requiring a further interview would be redundant. Remaining Orders: All other provisions of the Order Granting Motion to Compel in Part, dated 02-07-2024, remain in full force and effect. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Superior Judge @Levy @Michael

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 Date: 02-07-2024 Order Granting Motion to Compel in Part This Court, upon review of the requested documents from Internal Affairs investigation file I13-6486 and the arguments of counsel, notes Sergeant Castillo's refusal to participate in a field interview on 26-06-2024. There is a concern that Sergeant Castillo's rights may have been violated, particularly regarding the application of the Garrity rights. ORDERS: Sergeant Castillo's Interview: Sergeant Castillo is ORDERED to participate in a formal, recorded interview with the Internal Affairs Department within TWO business days of this Order. Sergeant Castillo must be presented his RIGHTS before the interview. Redacted Documents and Footage: The Motion to Compel filed by Plaintiff, Stefan Castillo, represented by Ari Levy, on 01-07-2024, is GRANTED IN PART. The Internal Affairs Department shall provide Plaintiff, Stefan Castillo, represented by Ary Levy, with the following redacted documents and footage from Case No. I13-6486: A redacted copy of the CCTV footage depicting the events at the Winona Avenue, Pizza Stacks Parking Lot on 26-06-2024. Redactions shall be limited to: Tactics or procedures used by law enforcement during IA investigations. Identities of bystanders not yet interviewed. Any irrelevant details that do not directly contribute to understanding the use of force. Any relevant reports or documentation regarding the field interview conducted on 26-06-2024, with redactions limited to protecting the identities of uninterviewed witnesses and tactics/procedures. The redacted documents and footage shall be provided to Plaintiff, Stefan Castillo, represented by Ari Levy, within TWO business days of this Order. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Judge IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 Date: 02-07-2024 Order to Show Cause Regarding Sergeant Castillo's Administrative Leave This Court, upon reviewing the case and the arguments of counsel, has concerns regarding the administrative leave imposed on Sergeant Castillo following the events of June 26th, 2024. ORDER IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department shall appear before this Court within THREE business days to show cause why Sergeant Castillo has been put on administrative leave. The Sheriff's Department shall come prepared to address the following: The justification for placing Sergeant Castillo on administrative leave. The specific policy or regulation violated by Sergeant Castillo, if any. The details of the ongoing investigation, considering the REDACTED materials already provided. Whether the administrative leave constitutes retaliation for Sergeant Castillo asserting his rights during the field interview. A copy of this Order shall be served on the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department at least TWO days before the hearing date. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Judge @Levy @Michael

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 ORDER Motion to Compel Date: 02-07-2024 This matter comes before the Court on the Plaintiff's Motion to Compel requesting access to all documentation, including transcripts, from the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department's Internal Affairs (IA) investigation Case No. I13-6486. The Defendant opposes the motion, arguing that disclosure would jeopardize the investigation's integrity and is not necessary for the Plaintiff's case. The Court has reviewed the arguments presented by both parties. In order to balance the Plaintiff's need for potentially relevant evidence with the Defendant's concerns about confidentiality, the Court will conduct an in-camera review of the requested documents. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that: The Los Santos County Sheriff's Department shall submit a complete copy of IA investigation Case No. I13-6486 to the Court for in-camera review by 04-07-2024. The Court will review the documents in chambers and determine which portions, if any, are relevant to the Plaintiff's case and can be disclosed without jeopardizing the integrity of the IA investigation. The Court will issue a subsequent order outlining its decision on the Motion to Compel. This order may include: Granting the Plaintiff access to specific redacted portions of the documents. Denying the Motion to Compel if the Court finds the documents are not relevant to the Plaintiff's case. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Judge @Michael @Levy, Bell & Weinstein

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo, Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 MINUTE ORDER Date: 01-07-2024 Judge: Martin Hockenbeyer Appearances: Ari Levy, Attorney for Plaintiff Sophie Thyne, Attorney for Defendant Motion to Compel The Plaintiff has filed a Motion to Compel requesting the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department to share all documentation, including transcripts, included in their IA investigation Case No. I13-6486. Counsel for the Defendant, how do you respond to the Plaintiff's request for documents related to IA investigation Case No. I13-6486? The Defendant's response is due within 2 days. SO ORDERED. Martin Hockenbeyer Judge @Michael

"Before we move forward, are both sides prepared to present opening statements, or would you prefer to waive them and proceed directly with the Plaintiff's case-in-chief?" @Michael @Levy, Bell & Weinstein

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF SAN ANDREAS Stefan Castillo Plaintiff, v. Los Santos County Sheriff's Department Defendant. Case Number: LCS-CV-2024-001 ORDER This case has been assigned Case Number LCS-CV-2024-001. The Plaintiff, Stefan Castillo, represented by Attorney Ari Levy, is hereby ORDERED to serve a copy of the Civil Case Brief and this Order upon the Defendant, Los Santos County Sheriff's Department, using a method permitted by law. The Defendant shall have FIVE (5) DAYS from the date of service to file a response to the Complaint with the Clerk of Courts and serve a copy on the Plaintiff's attorney. Failure of the Defendant to respond within the specified timeframe may result in a default judgment being entered against them. SO ORDERED. Dated: 30-06-2024 Martin Hockenbeyer Judge @Levy, Bell & Weinstein

* Judge Hockenbeyer looks at the pages laying before him, resting both elbows onto the table. "Please provide the civil brief and the Clerk shall assign a case number under a well pleaded complaint." @Levy, Bell & Weinstein

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CRACK 101 THIS GUIDE WILL UNDERGO THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: What is crack? Where does crack come from? Why is crack a cheaper alternative of cocaine? What are the effects of crack? WHAT IS CRACK? Crack cocaine, commonly known simply as crack, and also known as rock, is a free base form of the stimulant cocaine that can be smoked. Crack offers a short, intense high to smokers. It is an addictive stimulant that was popular in the 80's for it's immediate high and affordable prices. When you smoke crack, it zooms straight to your brain at lightning speed, hitting you with a more intense rush compared to snorting powdered cocaine. The high you get from smoking crack usually lasts around five to ten minutes. So, to put it simply, crack is like solid cocaine that you smoke to get high. Some folks call it rocks or hard, mostly in the street terms. WHERE DOES CRACK COME FROM? When it comes to cooking crack, there are two main methods: using a stove or a spoon. People who have been using crack for a while usually go with the spoon, while the folks in the trap, the ones selling it, prefer the stove. If you're using a spoon, you want to keep it simple and not go over a gram of powdered cocaine. Just grab your cocaine, a spoon, and a lighter. Now, for the trap hustlers, they take it up a notch. They use a stove and a few more ingredients like pure cocaine (you don't want to use low-quality stuff), baking soda, a Pyrex container, and, of course, a stove to cook their crack. The key to cooking crack is the ratio. Experienced chemists can double their product by turning 2 grams of cocaine into 4 grams of crack. That's why they often start with pure cocaine. However, if you're new to crack cooking, don't worry if you lose a bit of the product during your first attempts. It happens to everyone. To give you an idea, let's say you have 7 grams of pure cocaine. By adding 7 grams of baking soda and using the right technique, you can end up with a total of 14 grams of crack cocaine. But remember, it takes practice to get it just right. So, be mindful of the ratio and keep honing your skills in the art of crack cooking. WHY IS CRACK A CHEAPER ALTERNATIVE TO COCAINE? Is crack cheaper than cocaine? That sounds intriguing! But hold on, folks, I must clarify that crack is typically never pure cocaine. In fact, a significant portion of the crack rock might consist of baking soda. Mixing 0.6 grams of pure cocaine with 0.4 grams of baking soda yields one gram of crack. Would you be able to discern the difference? Most likely not, depending on the specific ratio. Distributors or "plugs" often dilute their cocaine during the production process to increase their product quantity, thus maximizing profits. Acquiring pure cocaine is challenging unless you have access to a reliable source or are purchasing large amounts, such as 36 ounces. In simpler terms, crack cocaine caters to individuals with lower income, while pure cocaine is sold to those with higher incomes or more financial means. WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF CRACK? The physiological effects of crack cocaine can have both short-term and long-term impacts on the body. In the short term, cocaine use can result in constricted blood vessels, dilated pupils, increased temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure. Some users may experience restlessness, irritability, and anxiety. In rare cases, sudden death can occur, often due to cardiac arrest or seizures followed by respiratory arrest. Smoking crack can specifically lead to cardiovascular problems, such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, which can have long-term consequences. Research suggests that smoking crack or freebase cocaine may pose additional health risks compared to other methods of using cocaine. These risks are associated with the release of methylecgonidine, which can affect the heart, lungs, and liver. Crack cocaine is often adulterated with various substances to increase its weight and volume, and some of these additives can be highly toxic. Adulterants used with crack and cocaine include substances like milk powder, sugars, caffeine, lidocaine, and even dangerous compounds like strychnine. These toxic adulterants can pose short-term and long-term health risks. Smoking crack also presents specific health risks. It is considered more harmful than other administration routes. Crack pipes are designed to minimize the time between evaporating and ingestion, but the smoke loses potency quickly. The use of short crack pipes can cause cracked and blistered lips, commonly known as "crack lip." Sharing pipes can also lead to the transfer of bacteria or viruses between individuals. It's important to be aware that the quality of crack can vary greatly, and using larger amounts of diluted crack without knowledge of its potency can increase the risk of overdose and heart problems. Furthermore, studies on animals have shown that crack cocaine can cause DNA damage in multiple organs. Overall, the use of crack cocaine can have significant physiological effects on the body, both in the short term and long term, and it is crucial to understand and consider these risks before engaging in its use. credits: wavy, almightybounter, wiki.

COCAINE 101 THIS GUIDE WILL UNDERGO THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: What is cocaine? Why do people cut cocaine? What are the effects of cocaine? WHAT IS COCAINE? Did you know that cocaine is a really powerful stimulant drug? It's actually made from the leaves of two coca plant species. Nowadays, cocaine is infamous and can be found all over the world. It's used by different types of people, from addicts to regular working folks. Cocaine used to be known as a party drug or something people would use to keep themselves going. For example, imagine someone who goes out all night partying and drinking, but then they have to work the next morning. They haven't slept much, so they sniff a bit of cocaine to get some energy and stay awake. That's actually why it got the nickname "work." On the streets, cocaine is known by different names like soft, white, powder, or tiffany. And let me tell you, pure cocaine is not cheap at all. Usually, it's the people with jobs who can afford it and become regular users. Some distributors make a ton of money selling cocaine if they have a steady group of customers. In fact, it can turn a broke person into a rich one. Remember Pablo Escobar? He was the head of a cartel and made most of his fortune through trafficking cocaine. Another example is Demetrius Flenory, also known as "Big Meech." He controlled a lot of cocaine trades in several states through his organization, the Black Mafia Family. So, if you have the right product and the right connections, cocaine can really change your life. WHY DO PEOPLE CUT COCAINE? When it comes to buying cocaine, it's important to know that if you're purchasing a small amount like a gram or a few grams, the product you get is usually not pure, unless you have an amazing dealer. See, distributors who don't sell in large quantities often "cut" their cocaine to make more money. Let me explain how it works. Let's say you buy 14 grams of cocaine. If you were to mix each gram with 0.5 grams of baking soda, you'd end up with more than your original 14 grams. The ratio of cutting agents like baking soda can vary, and most consumers can't really tell the difference. It's a way for distributors to maximize their profits. Interestingly, even the distributors themselves rarely come across pure cocaine, unless they're dealing with large quantities like 36 ounces, which is called a "brick." So, if you're at the lower end of the drug supply chain, chances are that the product you're receiving has been cut with other substances. It's essential to be aware of this when purchasing cocaine, as the purity can greatly impact its effects and potential risks. WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF COCAINE? There are three main ways to consume cocaine, each with its own effects. The most common method is to break down the cocaine rocks into powder and sniff it. Another way is by smoking it in a pipe, but that requires cooking it (for more details, check out Crack 101). The least common method is injecting it into your bloodstream with a needle, which is actually done by some people, not just with heroin but also with cocaine. When you sniff cocaine, after some time, you might be able to tell if it's pure or cut (if you've been sniffing for a while). Pure cocaine tends to cause drips in your throat, almost like loogies that you want to spit out. Another way to test its purity is by rubbing the residue on your inner gums. If it goes numb, then you've hit the jackpot, my friend. Cut cocaine won't give you these same symptoms. In fact, you can often visually distinguish pure cocaine from cut cocaine. Pure cocaine has a sparkling appearance, almost like there's glitter on the chunks, and it may have fish scale-like patterns. So, when someone mentions "fish scale cocaine," they're referring to the pure stuff. Cut cocaine usually looks more solid and lacks the sparkle. The effects of a cocaine high typically last around 20 to 30 minutes. During this time, your energy levels skyrocket. Some people feel more focused, while others are just filled with pure energy. It's not like an energy drink, though. People high on cocaine often speak faster than usual, and they may not even realize it or be able to stop talking (true facts). In terms of detection, cocaine usually stays in your system for a few days, but no longer than a week, depending on the consumption method. If you sniff cocaine, it will typically be detectable for up to a week. credits: wavy, almightybounter