#25-CM-0009, State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

Post by **Billy_Pappalardo** » 21 Jan 2025, 21:22

Defendant Name: Billy Pappalardo
Defendant Phone: 479-1672
(( Defendant Discord: @Demonmit1 ))
(( Defendant Timezone: CST ))
Type of Representation (Pick one): Public Defender

Charging Department: LSPD

Date & Time of Incident(s): 21/JAN/2025 8:00
Charge(s):

GM14 - Obstruction of Justice

Narrative:
I was charged with a crime i did not commit

I, Billy Pappalardo, hereby affirm that all information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and understand that knowingly providing false information could result in additional charges and/or fines. (( I affirm that all information submitted has been obtained via In-Character means. ))

Post by **Randy Lee** » 21 Jan 2025, 22:05

Billy you’re a good for nothing drunk

Own up to your MULTIPLE crimes and stop wasting everyone’s time.

Please sober up

Sincerely
Randy

Post by **Billy_Pappalardo** » 21 Jan 2025, 22:17

Randy, i saved your life, you owe me. talk shit get hit.

Post by **Billy_Pappalardo** » 21 Jan 2025, 22:19

P.S. Hope Kant called you a bitch Randy.

Post by **Randy Lee** » 21 Jan 2025, 22:26

Billy_Pappalardo wrote: ↑21 Jan 2025, 22:17 Randy, i saved your life, you owe me. talk shit get hit.

Big talk from such a little bitch.

You’re probably too drunk to even find me, you are nothing.

Go play “NASCAR”

Sincerely
Randy

Post by **Hope Kant** » 21 Jan 2025, 23:38

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

NOTICE OF RECEIPT

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

The court has hereby received and acknowledged the above case on the 21st day of January, 2025.

The Superior Court of San Andreas has received your filing and the case is now pending activation. Be advised that the bench trial court system operates off a time-slot scheduling system. Please look out for notifications from either the courts or your attorney in regards to scheduling your bench trial.

During this time, the defendant is encouraged to reach out to a licensed defense attorney in order to prepare a proper defense, otherwise, a court-appointed attorney will be assigned to the case upon its activation.

The defendant is further encouraged to speak with an authorized individual at Rockford Hills City Hall, Mission Row Police Station, or Paleto Bay Sheriff's Office for official clarification on the specific charges received and their respective date and times, as once the case has been activated, any omitted charges will be considered abandoned and unable to be disputed within this case.

Superior Court Justice
Branch Administrator
San Andreas Judicial Branch
505-9925 — [email protected]

Post by **Hope Kant** » 21 Jan 2025, 23:40

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

NOTICE OF ACTIVATION & ORDER FOR DISCOVERY

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A Notice of Activation & Order for Discovery was entered in the above case on the 21st day of January, 2025.

The case of State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo is hereby activated and opened by this Court.

Be advised that the bench-trial court system runs on a weekly time-slot system. The prosecution and defense are hereby ordered to provide their evidence to the Court via Motion for Discovery within the next 7 days.

If at any point in time the defendant or prosecution wishes to dispute more than just misdemeanor charges or desires a more in-depth examination of the case, they are welcome to file a Motion for a Change in Venue.

Superior Court Justice
Branch Administrator
San Andreas Judicial Branch
505-9925 — [email protected]

Post by **Larin Tai** » 27 Jan 2025, 01:03

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

MOTION FOR DISCOVERY

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A Motion for Discovery was filed in the above case on the 26th of January, 2025.

The State of San Andreas, by and through the undersigned attorney, filed this Motion for Discovery, and presents the following as evidence;

Exhibit #1: Arrest Report: Billy Pappalardo (21/JAN/2025)
Los Santos Police Department
ARREST REPORT
"TO PROTECT AND TO SERVE"

MUGSHOT
- SUSPECT DETAILS
  
  Full Name: Billy Pappalardo
  Phone Number: 4791672
  Licenses Suspended: No
  Officers Involved:
  
  Police Detective III Mikael Cowell
  
  Charges:
  
  GM14 - Obstruction of Justice
  
  INCIDENT NARRATIVE
  
  Incident Date: 21/JAN/2025
  
  Explain what happened, sufficient detail must be given to justify the placed charges, videos could be provided.
  
  Charges placed as result of viewtopic.php?t=193266
  
  During the arrest, the suspect implied he would continue with the actions investigated.
  
  Benny's HC notified of the arrest as the incident took place on duty and with their equipment.
  
  Items handed out to him as he was released, thus no pictures.
  
  EVIDENCE DETAILS
  
  Document the possessions confiscated from the arrested suspect.
  Possessions are to be documented individually, examples of documented illegal possessions are "Pistol .50" or "12 grams of Cocaine". Legal possessions that can be categorized may be grouped, eg. "Clothing" to describe all clothing items. Body camera footage/pictures may be attached as an evidence exhibit.
  
  Where possible, the serial number of each firearm seized as evidence should be noted.
  
  Illegal Possessions:
  
  Legal Possessions:
  
  Photograph of Possessions (MANDATORY)

Exhibit #2: Mechanic Request
Sent by: Mikael Cowell
Message: LSPD, we'd need a normal impound here please.
Date & time: 11/Jan/2025 12:43 PM

Exhibit #3: Impound Logs
Employee name: Billy_Pappalardo
Impound type: SecureImpound
Vehicle plate: IXIXIXIX
Date & time: 11/Jan/2025 12:47 PM
(())

Exhibit #4:Body Cam Footage

* In the footage, you would hear the Detective requesting for a normal impound. After this, the mechanic would ask if the Detective wanted to purchase raffle tickets from him. The Detective declines, which after the mechanic states he would then securely impound the vehicle, unless the Detective purchased the tickets from him. The Detective still declined, stating he would check the impound logs and encouraged the mechanic to behave.
(())

Larin Tai
Prosecuting Attorney
San Andreas Judicial Branch
244-5389 — [email protected]

Post by **Larin Tai** » 27 Jan 2025, 22:50

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

MOTION FOR DISCOVERY

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A Motion for Discovery was filed in the above case on the 27th of January, 2025.

The State of San Andreas, by and through the undersigned attorney, filed this Motion for Discovery, and presents the following as evidence;

Exhibit #5: Witness Statement: Detective Mikael Cowell
San Andreas Judicial Branch
Official Witness Statement
"HERE FOR YOU | SAFE FOR YOU"

Case Information
- Incident Date: 11/JAN/2024
Witness Information
- Name: Mikael Cowell
  Date of Birth: 23/AUG/1995
  Phone Number: 5824080
  Occupation: Gang Detective, LSPD
Witness Statement
- During the morning of 11/JAN/2024, Detective Cowell whilst conducting standard patrol came across an illegally parked Jugular. The vehicle was positioned in the middle of a lane on Elgin Avenue, posting a threat to drivers.
  
  Towing services were dispatched and Billy Pappalardo responded to the request. Dt. Cowell informed Pappalardo that the vehicle would need to be normally impounded. Pappalardo acknowledged this, however he then began attempting to sell the Detective raffle tickets. The detective politely declined, which after Pappalardo threatened to securely impound the vehicle, should the Detective not purchase the tickets from Pappalardo.
  
  The Detective informed Pappalardo that he would check the impound logs and encouraged Pappalardo to behave. Upon checking the impound logs after the vehicle had been taken there by Pappalardo, the Detective noticed the vehicle had been securely impounded, against the direct instructions given to Pappalardo.
Witness Affirmation
- I, Mikael Cowell, affirm that the above statement is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I affirm that this statement has been made voluntarily, made without promise of reward, and made not under threat, force, or coercion. ((I affirm that all information submitted has been obtained via In-Character means.))
  
  Signed,
  
  Police Detective III Mikael Cowell
  Gang and Narcotics Division
  Los Santos Police Department
  Date: 27/01/2025 UTC

Larin Tai
Prosecuting Attorney
San Andreas Judicial Branch
244-5389 — [email protected]

Post by **Hope Kant** » 28 Jan 2025, 00:53

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

NOTICE OF TRIAL

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A trial date was set on the above case on 28th of January, 2024.

In accordance with the availability reported by both parties in response to the Notice of Scheduling, this trial shall take place at 11:00 PM on 6th of February, 2025 at Rockford Hills City Hall, Carcer Way, Metro Los Santos, SA.

Both parties are ordered to be present in the Judges Chambers no later than 15 minutes prior to the above listed date for pretrial arrangements. If complications occur that must result in a delay or cancellation of the trial, you are ordered to inform the court no later than 12 hours prior to the above listed date.

So ordered,

Superior Court Justice
Branch Administrator
San Andreas Judicial Branch
505-9925 — [email protected]

Post by **Michael Blaise** » 04 Feb 2025, 01:04

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

MOTION TO AMEND

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A Motion to Amend was filed in the above case on the 4th of February, 2025.

The State of San Andreas, by and through the undersigned attorney, filed this Motion to Amend, the original charges with the underlined amended charges.

Original Charges
- GM14 - Obstruction of Justice

Amended Charges
- GM14 - Obstruction of Justice
- Attempted GM17 - Bribery of a Gov. Employee

Detailed Explanation: After further review of the evidence, the Prosecution believes that the Defendant's actions constitute the amended charge as well as the initial charge brought against them.

Deputy Attorney General
San Andreas Judicial Branch
(909) 552-8150 — [email protected]

Post by **Maverick_Morgan** » 04 Feb 2025, 01:21

The corruption runs deep i see

Fuck JB

Post by **Maverick_Morgan** » 04 Feb 2025, 01:26

The patriots of the 1700s did not wait for freedom to be handed to them—they took action. They stood against an oppressive government, risked their lives for independence, and built a nation founded on liberty, self-governance, and individual rights. They understood that tyranny grows when the people remain silent, and they refused to let their voices be ignored. Their fight was not just for themselves but for future generations who would inherit the freedoms they secured through blood, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve.

Today, we face a different kind of tyranny—one that creeps in through government overreach, censorship, and the slow erosion of our rights as citizens of the city. We see attacks on free speech, attempts to disarm law-abiding individuals, and a system that prioritizes control over liberty. The fight for freedom is no longer just history—it is happening now. If we fail to act, if we allow fear or complacency to silence us, we risk losing everything our forefathers fought to create. It is time to rise, to challenge the forces that threaten our way of life, and to stand as guardians of the freedoms that define San Andreas.

We cannot afford to wait. Just as the patriots of the 1700s stood together against tyranny, we must unite and make our voices heard. We must vote for leaders who respect our rights, push back against policies that strip away our freedoms, and refuse to accept a government that serves itself rather than its people. History has shown that freedom is never freely given—it must be fought for and defended. The time for action is now. The future of San Andreas depends on what we do today.

Post by **Piper Johnson** » 05 Feb 2025, 09:14

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

NOTIFICATION OF COUNSEL

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

A Notification of Counsel was filed in the above case on the 05/FEB/2025

I, Piper Johnson, a Senior Defense Attorney with the San Andreas Judicial Branch, will be representing the defendant, Billy Pappalardo in the underlying case.

I will be taking the responsibility of Primary Counsel and will await further instruction from the Presiding Judge.

Senior Defense Attorney
San Andreas Judicial Branch
(909) 480-1442 — [email protected]

Post by **Piper Johnson** » 06 Feb 2025, 13:52

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Docket Notice
"HERE FOR YOU | SAFE FOR YOU"

Honorable Judge Hope Kan and pertaining parties,

I, Piper Johnson, would like to request that this case be joined with Mr. Pappalardo's case from 31/OCT/2024 (viewtopic.php?t=186839), if possible. This would save time for everyone involved and allow resources to be allocated to other cases more efficiently.

Respectfully,

Senior Defense Attorney
San Andreas Judicial Branch
(909) 480-1442 — [email protected]

Post by **Michael Blaise** » 06 Feb 2025, 14:06

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

OBJECTION

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo

An Objection was filed in the above case on the 6th of February, 2025.

The State of San Andreas, by and through the undersigned attorney, filed this objection to the defense's most recent motion to merge this case with a previous case involving Mr. Pappalardo.

The Prosecution objects due to 2 factors:

1. Trial is scheduled for 9 hours from this objection being filed, making such a consolidation impractical and disruptive.
2. The present case and the referenced prior case, as cited by Ms. Johnson, bear no legal connection beyond involving the same defendant. Consequently, there is no reasonable or logical basis to justify merging these cases.

Respectfully,

Deputy Attorney General
San Andreas Judicial Branch
(909) 552-8150 — [email protected]

Post by **Hope Kant** » 09 Feb 2025, 17:11

San Andreas Judicial Branch
Superior Court of San Andreas
"EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"

ISSUANCE OF VERDICT

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF SAN ANDREAS

State of San Andreas v. Billy Pappalardo
#25-CM-0009

A decision was reached in the above case on the 6th day of February, 2025.

The facts of the case are as follows...

The defendant was on duty as a mechanic.
The defendant took the call and appeared at the mechanic request of the officer.
The mechanic request read, "LSPD, we'd need a normal impound here please."
The defendant attempts to get the officer to buy raffle tickets.
The officer refuses to buy the tickets.
The defendant states, "I will securely impound the vehicle unless you purchase tickets from me."
The officer responds, "I'll check the impound logs."
The defendant proceeded to securely impound the vehicle.

To begin, any vehicle that is impounded costs the state money. The state recoups that money when an individual commits a crime. However if the individual could be an unsuspecting victim, the state will still incur that fee. That is the difference between secure and regular impound.

The court agrees with the defense that a Law Enforcement Officer or LEO can impound a vehicle themselves. We also recognize the need for officer safety and the request to call a mechanic when there are no backup units available. That being said the law GM14 - Obstruction of Justice states, "If any person interferes, delays, obstructs, lies or deliberately conceals information from law enforcement officers or any other government official that is conducting a lawful investigation and/or questioning then they are to be regarded as obstructing justice." The court finds the investigation of the officer to have concluded and that no legal questioning was taking place.

However that does not absolve the defendant of forcing the state to pay for the impound fees of a guilty individual. To that end, the court will be fining Mr. Pappalardo $5,000 as well as applying the charge of GM10 - Failure to Comply / Identify. We find the individual may not have obstructed justice via his actions, but he did fail to comply with the lawful order of the detective to impound the vehicle normally.

As for Attempted GM17 - Bribery, the review of the facts clearly illustrates the defendant soliciting raffle tickets sales in exchange for the successful execution of his job duties. The defendant attempted to condition their required obligation (impounding the vehicle) on the officer purchasing raffle tickets. While the defendant ultimately followed through with their threat, the act itself illustrated how they attempted to solicit something of value in exchange for performing a required duty.

Finally the defendant decided to not only show up to court drunk with alcohol in his pockets, he also pulled it out while the judge was in session and proceeded to parade around the courtroom. On top of making multiple outbursts, burping in court, and having this be the second instance of inebriation in my courtroom by the defendant, I will also be charging him with GF25 - Felony Contempt of Court.

It is with the above considerations that I issue the following verdict:

On the count of GM14 - Obstruction of Justice, I find the defendant, Billy Pappalardo, not guilty.
On the count of GM10 - Failure to Comply / Identify, I find the defendant, Billy Pappalardo, guilty.
On the count of Attempted GM17 - Bribery, I find the defendant, Billy Pappalardo, guilty.
On the count of GF25 - Felony Contempt of Court, I find the defendant, Billy Pappalardo, guilty.

Superior Court Justice
Branch Administrator
San Andreas Judicial Branch
505-9925 — [email protected]