United States v. Samuel F. Manarite

We deny in open court the motion of Samuel F. Manarite for bail pending appeal from his conviction for using extortionate means to collect a loan in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 894. A sentence of 15 years imprisonment and $5,000 fine was imposed by Judge Palmieri on July 16, 1970, following a three day trial, at which time Judge Palmieri denied admission to bail.

From the minutes of the hearing, it emerges that Judge Palmieri’s reasons for denying bail were that Manarite’s continued freedom would constitute danger to the community and there was doubt regarding his continued availability to serve…