Lawliet Posted August 9 Share Posted August 9 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT OF TAHOMA From the Office of Presiding Judge Pauncefote Good day to the citizens of the State of Tahoma. Many of you may know me, and many may not. Many individuals may have very little interest in what happens with the process of our courts here in the state. For those that do, this is a public statement in regards to the situation surrounding the case of The People of the United States v. Carmelo Malgeri, which was initiated by a warrant to raid a business in the Bowery of Saint Denis. This case has resulted in some rather significant changes which have occurred and will continue in short order. The first change is that following an emergency session of the Tahoma State Congress, an amendment has been signed into the Tahoma Crime Definitions Act. A misunderstanding that existed from regular citizens up to a judge within this court has led to a grievous miscarriage of justice. A man was accused of a crime that was not actually a crime. Furthermore, a judge signed a warrant to the effect of that process, which led to an arrest and detainment of an individual with no just cause. It also tied up judicial resources on something that it well shouldn't have. That misunderstanding has been corrected by the emergency session, and Article 1, Section 12: Moonshining of the T.C.D.A. has been amended to include the sale of alcohol without a license. All establishments currently without a license for liquor manufacture and sale will be given until September 9, 1900 to bring themselves into compliance. If you run a bar, public house, tavern, hotel, or any other business that sells alcohol; you will now be required a license to sell alcohol. The second matter at hand is that of the judge responsible for the failed oversight of both the agency requesting a warrant, who should have been denied and informed of the legal incidence by which alcohol was legal for sale without licensure; and subsequently issued a warrant without regard or awareness of the law itself. Following a brief investigation, then correspondence with President McKinley and Attorney General Griggs, it has been determined that Judge Christopher Whitmore is no longer competent to maintain a seat on the bench. Subsequently, Judge Whitmore has chosen to retire and will be vacating his seat in this district. Judge Whitmore is a known figure in the state, and has done many good things. But it's clear to see that he is no longer capable of handling the judicial processes by which our country stands; and as such will take the remainder of his days for his own enjoyment rather than serving the government. I'm of the belief that the expedience with which these issues have been rectified is a testament to the fabric of our nation and our society. But the fact that it occurred is a terrible detriment and surely a blow to the justice system. I intend to continue to show individuals the fair procession of justice within our state, and will do so until either I am no longer able; or the president asks for my resignation. Furthermore, I will seek to rectify any and all miscarriages of justice as soon as they are apparent. The people of Tahoma deserve a functional court that understands the nuances and the depth of the laws that have been enacted by the state and the United States. I would like to give my thanks to any and all who read this, and take to heart the changes made. As a servant of the federal government and representative for this state, I offer a simple statement that I believe all those who are able to do so, should abide by. Noblesse oblige. Those who can, should work their best for the people they serve. And all those who work in this district will do so, on my honor. Hon. Ashley R. Pauncefote United States District Court District of Tahoma 5 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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