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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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