Case: Templeton v. Dotson

COMPLAINT against defendant All Defendants with receipt number 0865-4626322, in the amount of $400 Non-Jury Demand,, filed by Kira Banks, Alexis Templeton, Steven Hoffman, Brittany Ferrell, Maureen Costello, Nile McClain. (Attachments: # 1 Original Filing Form, # 2 Civil Cover Sheet, # 3 Exhibit 1: Declaration of Maureen Costello, # 4 Exhibit 2: Declaration of Kira Hudson Banks, # 5 Exhibit 3: Declaration of Brittany Ferrell, # 6 Exhibit 4: Declaration of Steven Hoffman, # 7 Exhibit 5: Declaration of Kelly Costello, # 8 Exhibit 6: Declaration of Alexis Templeton, # 9 Exhibit 7: Affidavit of Suzanne Brown, # 10 Exhibit 8: Declaration of James McAnally, # 11 Exhibit 9: Declaration of Marques Banks, # 12 Exhibit 10: Declaration of Nile McClain, # 13 Summons Dotson, # 14 Summons Belmar, # 15 Summons johnson, # 16 Exhibit 12: Exhibit List)(Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/08/2014)

1 Original Filing Form

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2 Civil Cover Sheet

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3 Exhibit 1: Declaration of Maureen Costello

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4 Exhibit 2: Declaration of Kira Hudson Banks

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5 Exhibit 3: Declaration of Brittany Ferrell

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6 Exhibit 4: Declaration of Steven Hoffman

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7 Exhibit 5: Declaration of Kelly Costello

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8 Exhibit 6: Declaration of Alexis Templeton

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9 Exhibit 7: Affidavit of Suzanne Brown

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10 Exhibit 8: Declaration of James McAnally

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11 Exhibit 9: Declaration of Marques Banks

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12 Exhibit 10: Declaration of Nile McClain

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13 Summons Dotson

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14 Summons Belmar

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15 Summons johnson

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16 Exhibit 12: Exhibit List

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Case Opening Notification

MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order by Plaintiffs Kira Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/09/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Support of Motion re 2 MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order filed by Plaintiffs Kira Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/09/2014)

Case Opening Notification: Judge Assigned: U.S. District Judge Carol E. Jackson. Attorney contacted re: Notice of Process Server and updating address in system. Summons will issue when Notice is filed. (BAK)

MEMORANDUM by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/09/2014)

NOTICE OF PROCESS SERVER by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton Process Server: William Stage (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 12/09/2014)

Summons Issued

Summons Issued as to defendant Jon Belmar, Sam Dotson, Ronald Johnson. The summons were emailed to attorney Thomas B. Harvey. (BAK)

Receipt

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that this matter is set for hearing on plaintiffs motion for temporary restraining order on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom 14 North. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that counsel for plaintiffs shall provide notice of the hearing to defendants. Motion Hearing set for 12/11/2014 09:00 AM in Courtroom 14N before District Judge Carol E. Jackson. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 12/10/2014. (KMS) (Entered: 12/10/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Brendan D. Roediger for Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 12/10/2014)

Receipt 4644046927 in the amount of $100.00 for PRO HAC VICE on behalf of Denise Debra Lieberman (CCAM)

MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Denise D. Lieberman. The Certificate of Good Standing was not attached.(Filing fee $100) by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (KMS) (Additional attachment(s) added on 12/11/2014: # 1 Certificate of Good Standing) (KKS). Modified on 12/11/2014 (KKS). (Entered: 12/11/2014)

1 Certificate of Good Standing

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ENTRY of Appearance by Christine L. Hodzic for Defendant Sam Dotson. (Hodzic, Christine) (Entered: 12/11/2014)

Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Carol E. Jackson: Motion Hearing held on 12/11/2014 re 2 MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order filed by Nile McClain, Brittany Ferrell, Alexis Templeton, Maureen Costello, Steven Hoffman, Kira Hudson Banks. Arguments heard; testimony heard; The Court rules from the bench; The TRO is Granted in Part; Order to issue; The Court believes a bond is not necessary. (Court Reporter:Susan Moran.) (FTR Gold: No.) (KMS) (Entered: 12/11/2014)

CLERKS WITNESS LIST as to the TRO. (KMS) (Entered: 12/11/2014)

TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the motion of the plaintiffs for a temporary restraining order [Doc. #2] is granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that defendants Sam Dotson, Jon Belmar, and Ronald Johnson, and their agents, servants, employees, and representatives, are hereby enjoined from enforcing any rule, policy, or practice that grants law enforcement officials the authority or discretion to: (1) utilize tear gas, inert smoke, pepper gas, or other chemical agents (collectively, chemical agents) for the purpose of dispersing groups of individuals who are engaged in peaceful, non-criminal activity in the City of St. Louis or in the County of St. Louis (a) without first issuing clear and unambiguous warnings that such chemical agents will be utilized; (b) without providing the individuals sufficient opportunity to heed the warnings and exit the area; (c) without minimizing the impact of such chemical agents on individuals who are complying with lawful law enforcement commands; and (d) without ensuring that there is a means of safe egress from the area that is available to the individuals; and (2) utilize chemical agents on individuals engaged in peaceful, non-criminal activity in the City of St. Louis or in the County of St. Louis for the purpose of frightening them or punishing them for exercising their constitutional rights. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the plaintiffs will not be required to post a bond or other security. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this matter is set for a preliminary injunction hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 12/11/2014. (KMS) (Entered: 12/11/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Michael A. Shuman for Defendant Jon Belmar. (Shuman, Michael) (Entered: 12/12/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Michael E. Hughes for Defendant Jon Belmar. (Hughes, Michael) (Entered: 12/12/2014)

Docket Text ORDER Re: 8 MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Denise D. Lieberman.(Filing fee $100) by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (KMS) (Additional attachment(s) added on 12/11/2014: # 1 Certificate of Good Standing) (KKS) ; ORDERED GRANTED. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 12/12/2014. (KMS) (Entered: 12/12/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by J. Brent Dulle for Defendant Sam Dotson. (Dulle, J.) (Entered: 12/15/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Mark Lawson for Defendant Sam Dotson. (Lawson, Mark) (Entered: 12/19/2014)

MOTION to Vacate by Defendant Jon Belmar. (Shuman, Michael) (Entered: 12/19/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Support of Motion re 18 MOTION to Vacate filed by Defendant Jon Belmar. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Executive Order 14-14)(Shuman, Michael) (Entered: 12/19/2014)

1 Exhibit Executive Order 14-14

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MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction by Defendant Sam Dotson. (Dulle, J.) (Entered: 12/19/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Support of Motion re 20 MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction filed by Defendant Sam Dotson. (Dulle, J.) (Entered: 12/19/2014)

MOTION to Quash Defendant Belmar's Notices of Deposition by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A: Notice of Deposition of Alexis Templeton, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit B: Notice of Deposition of James McAnally, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit C: Notice of Deposition of Marques Banks, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit D: Notice of Deposition of Nile McClain, # 5 Exhibit Notice of Deposition of Steven Hoffman)(Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 12/22/2014)

1 Exhibit Exhibit A: Notice of Deposition of Alexis Templeton

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2 Exhibit Exhibit B: Notice of Deposition of James McAnally

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3 Exhibit Exhibit C: Notice of Deposition of Marques Banks

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4 Exhibit Exhibit D: Notice of Deposition of Nile McClain

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5 Exhibit Notice of Deposition of Steven Hoffman

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MOTION to Expedite Discovery by Defendant Jon Belmar. (Hughes, Michael) (Entered: 12/22/2014)

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that plaintiffs shall respond to the motion of defendant Jon Belmar for expedited discovery no later than December 29, 2014. Response to Court due by 12/29/2014. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 12/23/14. (JAB) (Entered: 12/23/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Robert J. Isaacson for Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Isaacson, Robert) (Entered: 12/23/2014)

ENTRY of Appearance by Colleen Joern Vetter for Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Vetter, Colleen) (Entered: 12/23/2014)

TRANSCRIPT of 10 (Temporary Restraining Order) held on 12/11/14 before Judge Jackson. Court Reporter/Transcriber Susan Moran, Susan_Moran@moed.uscourts.gov, 314-244-7983. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Redaction Request due 1/13/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/23/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/23/2015. (JAB) (Entered: 12/23/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Opposition re 20 MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction filed by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 12/26/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Opposition re 18 MOTION to Vacate filed by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 12/26/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Opposition re 23 MOTION to Expedite Discovery filed by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 12/29/2014)

REPLY to Response to Motion re 23 MOTION to Expedite Discovery Reply to Plaintiffs Opposition to Belmar's Motion for Expedited Discovery filed by Defendant Jon Belmar. (Hughes, Michael) (Main Document 31 replaced on 12/31/2014 for attorney's signature) (JAB). (Entered: 12/30/2014)

MOTION to Dismiss Case by Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Isaacson, Robert) (Entered: 12/31/2014)

MEMORANDUM in Support of Motion re 32 MOTION to Dismiss Case filed by Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Isaacson, Robert) (Entered: 12/31/2014)

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the motion of defendant Jon Belmar to vacate the temporary restraining order and further proceedings as moot [Doc. #18] is denied. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the motion of defendant Sam Dotson to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction based on mootness [Doc. #20] is denied. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/5/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 01/05/2015)

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the motion of defendant Ronald Johnson to dismiss for failure to state a claim, to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction based on mootness, and to vacate the temporary restraining order [Doc. #32] is denied. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/5/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 01/05/2015)

MEMORANDUM AND ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the motion of defendant Jon Belmar for expedited discovery [Doc. # 23] is denied. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the plaintiffs motion to quash deposition notices [Doc. # 22] is granted. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/5/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 01/05/2015)

Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Carol E. Jackson held on 1/6/2015. Parties present for a preliminary injunction hearing; Parties request a continuance; The Court grants the request; The TRO is extended; The preliminary injunction hearing will be continued for 45 days. Order to issue. (Court Reporter:Susan Moran.) (FTR Gold: No.) (KMS) (Entered: 01/06/2015)

ORDER: By consent of the parties and for good cause shown, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the hearing on plaintiffs motion for a preliminary injunction is continued to Thursday, February 26, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the temporary restraining order entered on December 11, 2014, is extended and remains in effect. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/6/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 01/06/2015)

ANSWER to Complaint by Jon Belmar.(Shuman, Michael) (Entered: 01/12/2015)

MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint,,, by Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Isaacson, Robert) (Entered: 01/20/2015)

Docket Text ORDER: GRANTING 40 MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint,,, by Defendant Ronald Johnson. (Isaacson, Robert) filed by Ronald Johnson. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/21/15. (JAB) (Entered: 01/21/2015)

ANSWER to 1 Complaint,,, by Ronald Johnson.(Isaacson, Robert) (Entered: 01/27/2015)

MOTION for Leave to File Answer to First Amended Complaint by Defendant Sam Dotson. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Answer)(Lawson, Mark) (Entered: 01/29/2015)

1 Exhibit Answer

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Docket Text ORDER Re: 43 MOTION for Leave to File Answer to First Amended Complaint by Defendant Sam Dotson ; ORDERED GRANTED. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 1/30/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 01/30/2015)

ANSWER to 1 Complaint by Sam Dotson.(KMS) (Entered: 01/30/2015)

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the hearing on plaintiffs motion for a preliminary injunction is rescheduled to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2015. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 2/12/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 02/12/2015)

Joint MOTION to Continue Hearing on Plaintiffs Motion for Preliminary Injunction by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Harvey, Thomas) (Entered: 02/20/2015)

ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the joint motion to continue the preliminary injunction hearing [Doc. # 47] is granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the preliminary injunction hearing is continued to Thursday, March 26, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the temporary restraining order entered on December 11, 2014, is extended and remains in effect. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 2/25/2015. (KMS) (Entered: 02/25/2015)

Joint MOTION to Dismiss Case Pursuant to Settlement by Plaintiffs Kira Hudson Banks, Maureen Costello, Brittany Ferrell, Steven Hoffman, Nile McClain, Alexis Templeton. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order Proposed Judgment of Dismissal Pursuant to Settlement)(Roediger, Brendan) (Entered: 03/25/2015)

1 Text of Proposed Order Proposed Judgment of Dismissal Pursuant to Settlement

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ORDER: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that parties joint motion to dismiss [Doc. # 49 ] is granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Clerk of Court shall make an entry in the docket record reflecting the dismissal of this action with prejudice. See Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(ii). The Court will retain jurisdiction for the sole purpose of determining whether the settlement should be enforced upon motion of any party. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 3/26/15. (JAB) (Entered: 03/26/2015)