United States v. Scala

MEMORANDUM OPINION

KAPLAN, District Judge.

Defendant Salvatore Scala, who stands indicted for extortion, conspiracy to commit extortion, and federal income tax evasion, moves to dismiss Counts One through Five of the indictment on the ground that the government’s delay in bringing the indictment substantially has prejudiced his ability to present his defense. 1 In the alternative, he requests a “due process hearing” to explore the reasons behind the delay in bringing the indictment.

Thomas Sassano, who was indicted for extortion and conspiracy to commit extortion, moves to suppress evidence…