Ruiz v. United States

OPINION AND ORDER

NORGLE, District Judge.

Before the court are Jesus Ruiz’s, Miguel Torres’, and Jose De La Paz Sanchez’s Motions under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 to vacate, set aside, or correct their sentences. The court considers these Motions on a consolidated basis. Movants, Jesus Ruiz (“Ruiz”), Miguel Torres (“Torres”), ánd Jose De La Paz Sanchez (“Sanchez”), challenge their sentences for participating in a RICO conspiracy, kidnapping, violating the Hostage Act, assaulting a federal officer, and using a firearm during a crime of violence. For the reasons stated below, the Motions are denied.

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