As I Said She Would, On Friday — Judge Matsumoto Signed The $7,360,450 Forfeiture Order, Just Now…

Not at all surprising, and the Wu- won’t be offered for sale — at a US Marshals’ auction — until all of Marty’s appeals are exhausted (nor will the Picasso be), but now you know.

The very capable Judge Matsumoto clearly is following the letter of the law in the Second Circuit.

Here is the fully-signed order.

That increases the probability of a 13-plus year sentence, on Friday (and perhaps much higher) — with about a decade of time he will serve, the bulk of it, in a real medium security federal prison — not a “Summer CampFederale“.

Now you also know… this… man….

Tonight, we will see the AUSAs’ sentencing memo. Then we wait for Friday.

Namaste

51 thoughts on “As I Said She Would, On Friday — Judge Matsumoto Signed The $7,360,450 Forfeiture Order, Just Now…”

  1. mscatherinahorowitz says:
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    My heart goes out to Greebel. Not so long ago he had the choice whether to dob Shkreli in. Now he’s embroiled in this awful situation, ruining his career. It’s not entirely his fault, really, is it?…poor man…

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    • condor says:
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      Yes — a ton! If you can make it to the Western Slope — I have a TON of favorites! If you are limited to the Eastern Slope, that’s the Denver side — I’d highly recommend Rocky Mountain National Park outside Estes Park, Colorado… huge, and greatly variable terrain and views… but the real back country (14,000 ft summit yurts and 10th Mt. Div. huts, along the backbone of the Rockies… are best reached from about 4 hours due west of Denver, on the “other side” of the mountains!

      Namaste, man… I’m jealous already!

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      • billythekid9919 says:
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        We are starting near Estes. Then visiting Sapphire Point (Got married here). Eventually headed to Grand Junction, and finally to my nephew’s wedding in Telluride. 8 days total. What’s your best list on the Western Slope?

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        • condor says:
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          That’s excellent — Telluride is top of the list, for certain!

          I’ll come back to this when I’ve taken the time to pick things along your intended route… you really can’t go wrong with the route you’ve laid out.

          If the snow has cleared from Independence Pass (and it is open), I might make my route through Climax (the mines I worked in, as a kid)… and into Leadville, past Twin Lakes, over Independence Pass into Aspen — then back down valley, toward Grand Junction, and on.

          That traverse (Independence Pass) — while one of the more harrowing drives in America — is just jaw droppingly beautiful with Spring snows, still melting…

          And Aspen is where my daughter now lives… what a fun town!

          More in the next few days….

          Namaste!

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    • condor says:
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      That’s harsh man. Trying to recognize that people who were snowed by Marty are now waking up — to a very cold and bitter reality… but both sides deserve to be heard, to be sure!

      Namaste!

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      • billythekid9919 says:
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        I recognize. I feel compelled to donate to the mental health initiatives… by delivering cold virtual face slaps of comedy. :). People taking things so seriously regarding a felon they’ve never met… also may be a sign of mental illness. Side note: Charles Manson was engaged in 2014 to a 26 year old woman who had been visiting him for the prior 9 years. So… there is hope for a love connection for Marty during his incarceration (other than his cell mate). I’ll be here all week folks. Tip your waitress…

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    • mscatherinahorowitz says:
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      I’m sure he has legions of fans. Plenty of people who’ve never met him have sent him books to read in prison, I saw the book list the other day – its very long. He needs support during this difficult time, why shouldn’t he capitalise on his fame by making friends? It’s the age of the internet afterall. Millions of people everyday correspond with people they have never, and are not likely, to meet.

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  5. mscatherinahorowitz says:
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    I found an address to write to Shkrels in The Tab, but if he is sent down, I assume it will be a different facility than the one he’s currently in. I suppose it will be all over the press where he’ll reside. Though it might be futile, I’ve got a celebration song lined up for if he gets less than 5 years. But I didn’t choose a song for a bad outcome because I thought that would make me way too depressed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLSLqpMXFdE

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    • condor says:
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      The two sides have agreed to allow the “extra letters” be viewed by the public — with only contact details, and medical information redacted, just now:

      “… The parties have met and conferred, and jointly submit this letter pursuant to the Court’s order dated February 28, 2018, requiring the parties to advise the Court (1) which of the letters that the Court has received in chambers should the Court consider in making its sentencing determination regarding the defendant Martin Shkreli (at the sentencing hearing scheduled for March 9, 2018), and (2) whether the Court should keep part or all of the letters it received under seal.
      First, the parties agree that, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a), the Court should consider any of the letters that the Court has or will receive regarding Shkreli in connection with the sentencing hearing, and afford those letters whatever weight the Court deems appropriate.
      Second, the parties agree that the letters should be filed on the public docket, with the following information redacted: (1) the name of the author of each letter, (2) all personally identifiable information (“PII”) contained within each letter and (3) any information that details any individual’s personal medical history….”

      Now you know!

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  8. R West says:
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    Since AUSA’s are filing electronically, I take it they have until midnight to file and still count it as filed on the 5th … or maybe they already filed and Condor’s reading it now?

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  9. R West says:
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    Funny how the pleadings and orders call Martin by different names at different times. Here’s your revised sentencing guidelines, depending on how he is referred to:

    Marty – 12 months.
    Martin – 3 years.
    Martin Shkreli – 7 years.
    Mr. Shkreli – 12 years.
    The defendant – 15 years.
    The defendant, MARTIN SHKRELI – 20 years

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      • R West says:
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        I don’t know … one has to consider that Democratic Judge may bend over backwards to appear fair and unbiased. She may say, “Pharma Bro … you are free to go!’

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      • R West says:
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        “that has to be his defense team, right?”
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        Right. But I’m surprised they didn’t ask for time served. Fact they are asking for 12-18 months is a bad sign for Marty … apparently they are afraid of making the Judge mad with a position that might appear frivolous. On a similar note, under the sentencing guidelines, if the defendant challenges the point enhancements, the Judge can hold that against the defendant as not accepting responsibility – so that’s probably why they haven’t challenged the points. Sounds bizarre .. but there are cases on it.

        So much just depends on strategy. If anyone learns anything from this case, it’s get the best defense attorney you can!

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  10. Anon.Mr.Darcy says:
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    And seeing you, I am — old friend — here at lunchtime… on a rainy Monday, there — just gray here… but smiling just the same…

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  11. R West says:
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    “I think Mr. Brafman has asked for — and been granted — argument time… allowing for a very generous three hours — ”
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    Probably why federal judges sometimes give up a lifetime job and go back to private practice … at some point it must get boring! (Pay could also be a factor, but salary for federal judges doesn’t look bad.)

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  12. FTD says:
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    Someone here is going to be really angry and start posting house of paine tangents. Showing us where cases went south & how america trial system is faulty for everyone.

    Jump around Jump around………. because these are the times that try men’s souls.

    🙂

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  13. R West says:
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    Mr. Shkreli has some good arguments on appeal … there aren’t that many cases with such weird facts. In civil cases, there is the doctrine of inconsistent verdicts, but that doesn’t apply to criminal cases.

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