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Bobby Cann Updates: Ryne San Hamel Pleads Guilty, Receives 10 Days in Jail

Jason Jenkins at ActiveTrans is helping to coordinate community response.  If there is any chance you can attend proceedings, please reach out to him: 

jason@activetrans.org.

 

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Permalink Reply by Lisa Curcio on February 11, 2014 at 3:39pm

As Bob said, it is only those who attend as official court advocates who have agreed not to discuss the case.  The proceedings are public.  Anyone can attend and anyone can say whatever they like to whomever they like about what transpires in court.
 
Rich Evans said:

At the risk of observing the obvious, it would seem that someone attending simply as a supportive member of the cycling public is not so constrained.  Surely the press isn't excluded from these public proceedings, and I can't imagine that they would ever consent to such a restriction.  If so, it would seem that interest and support from both quarters (designated advocate and general public) would be helpful.     

Permalink Reply by Active Transportation Alliance on February 11, 2014 at 5:07pm

The crash and subsequent legal proceedings have been the subject of over twenty different articles in print, tv, radio and online, including a well done cover feature by the Chicago Reader which I would encourage anyone unfamiliar with the case to read to get caught up: 

http://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/cyclist-bobby-cann-bike-safety...

Members of the media are also regularly in attendance at the hearings, so we feel comfortable with the amount of attention and information that the media has provided to the public about the case.

The case is in the pretrial stage, specifically in the discovery stage, meaning both sides are taking their time to gather evidence, analyze info, take depositions from witnesses etc., all of which happens in between hearings and none of which is up for discussion in the courtroom at this stage, therefore there is very little happening in the hearings for the media or others to report on.

The hearings are largely procedural, lasting only minutes, and often consist of more rescheduling than actual content.  

We, however are not the media, but rather advocates engaged (in one capacity) in a specific "crash support program" which is intended to support the victims as well as the family and friends of the victims of pedestrian and bicycle related crashes.

Our advocacy and campaigns programs on the other hand, which engage in various strategies to make policy and legislative changes to protect and promote cyclists, pedestrians and transit users, focus on initiatives like working with aldermen and IDOT to make changes like designating Clybourne, where Bobby's crash took place, eligible for protected infrastructure etc. where before they were not.

Oftentimes the two programs (as well as others within our organization) work in tandem to achieve a shared goal while maintaing their respective focus so as to be effective on their specific area of work.

I hope that provides some perspective.

As always thank you for your interest and commitment in the case.

Jason Jenkins

Active Trans
Crash Support Programs

Permalink Reply by Marina Fichera on February 12, 2014 at 12:03pm
I guess some people forgot this clarification pages ago.......



Active Transportation Alliance said:

The crash and subsequent legal proceedings have been the subject of over twenty different articles in print, tv, radio and online, including a well done cover feature by the Chicago Reader which I would encourage anyone unfamiliar with the case to read to get caught up: 

http://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/cyclist-bobby-cann-bike-safety...

Members of the media are also regularly in attendance at the hearings, so we feel comfortable with the amount of attention and information that the media has provided to the public about the case.

The case is in the pretrial stage, specifically in the discovery stage, meaning both sides are taking their time to gather evidence, analyze info, take depositions from witnesses etc., all of which happens in between hearings and none of which is up for discussion in the courtroom at this stage, therefore there is very little happening in the hearings for the media or others to report on.

The hearings are largely procedural, lasting only minutes, and often consist of more rescheduling than actual content.  

We, however are not the media, but rather advocates engaged (in one capacity) in a specific "crash support program" which is intended to support the victims as well as the family and friends of the victims of pedestrian and bicycle related crashes.

Our advocacy and campaigns programs on the other hand, which engage in various strategies to make policy and legislative changes to protect and promote cyclists, pedestrians and transit users, focus on initiatives like working with aldermen and IDOT to make changes like designating Clybourne, where Bobby's crash took place, eligible for protected infrastructure etc. where before they were not.

Oftentimes the two programs (as well as others within our organization) work in tandem to achieve a shared goal while maintaing their respective focus so as to be effective on their specific area of work.

I hope that provides some perspective.

As always thank you for your interest and commitment in the case.

Jason Jenkins

Active Trans
Crash Support Programs

Permalink Reply by Bob Kastigar on February 19, 2014 at 6:10am

Just a note to bring this to the top of the list.  The hearing is tomorrow, Thursday, Feb 20th at 10:00 AM and the rest of the information is in the original post.

Bob Kastigar said:

Ryne San Hamel Hearing: just a reminder, since this hearing is TOMORROW, Monday January 27th.  Unfortunately, bitter cold is predicted.

Time: January 27, 2014 from 10am to 10:15am
Location: Leighton Criminal Court Building
Street: 2600 S California Ave
City/Town: Chicago IL
Website or Map: http://goo.gl/maps/2bT1H
Phone: 877-846-3445
Event Type: hearing, or, trial
Organized By: Judge William Hooks
Latest Activity: Dec 27, 2013

The next HEARING in the continuing sage of the legal process for RYNE  Sanhamel, while allegedly driving drunk with an alleged Blood-Alcohol level of .127 allegedly drove into and allegedly killed cyclist Bobby Cann. This is a criminal proceeding, not a civil proceeding.;

The date is Monday, January 27th  2014 at 10am

Judge William Hooks presiding.

If you’re interested there’s also an automated system available that you can call to get updates on the court case info with regards to location, date and time. The number is 877-846-3445.  Individuals calling this number can simply enter the offender's Identification Record number, which is 2208764 and receive court location, date and time.  In addition, the automated system gives the option for individuals to enter their phone number to receive updated court information.

Permalink Reply by Bill Nedza on February 21, 2014 at 1:26pm

Any news or update on the hearing?

Permalink Reply by Active Transportation Alliance on February 21, 2014 at 1:55pm

Hello all,

Just a quick report from yesterday’s appearance. No big updates, the prosecution is still reviewing evidence and thus requested a routine continuance. As usual there was a solid showing for Bobby, thank you to all those who came out and continue to show their support.

 

The next hearing is a little ways out, 4/11/2014, (Friday), 10:00 am, Room 301 @ 26th and California.

 

Thank you again for your interest and support in the case.

Jason Jenkins

Active Trans

Crash Support Programs Manager

Permalink Reply by Christine (5.0) on February 21, 2014 at 2:42pm

Thanks so much for keeping us updated!

Permalink Reply by Bob Kastigar on March 7, 2014 at 11:39am

http://chi.streetsblog.org/2014/03/06/video-shows-bobby-cann-crash-...

Video Shows Bobby Cann Crash Happened at the Intersection

...<snip>...

The most recent court hearing for the case was February 20. San Hamel showed up more than two hours late, supposedly because his defense attorney gave him the wrong date, Johnson said. Since San Hamel is currently out on bond, had he not appeared at all, there would have been a warrant for his arrest.

The brief hearing was essentially a status report, in which the prosecution and defense provided an update to Judge Williams Hook about discovery, the process of sharing information between the two sides. About 12 Cann family supporters attended, Johnson said.

The next hearing was scheduled for Friday, April 11, at 10 a.m. at the Cook County Courthouse, 26th and California, room 301. The State’s Attorney’s office expects that tests on San Hamel’s car and analysis of other evidence for reconstructing the events of the crash should be completed by then, Johnson said.

After that, the next step is for San Hamel’s side to look at all the evidence that the state has provided and plan their defense strategy. It’s not clear yet whether there will be a plea agreement, a bench trial, or a jury trial. “The defense is basically going to try and dispute the evidence and any expert witnesses that the state has if it goes to trial,” Johnson said.

Read the full story on the Streetblog article linked about.  Thanks, John, for the update. I was surprised to learn that San Hemel showed up two hours late!

Permalink Reply by Bill Nedza on April 12, 2014 at 8:01am

Any updates?  Was there a hearing yesterday?

Permalink Reply by Bob Kastigar on April 12, 2014 at 8:09am

I'm sure there was a hearing but unless someone was not part of the court advocate program was there we're not going to hear much about it.  The "Code of Silence" imposed on the Court Advocates is still in place.

Bill Nedza said:

Any updates?  Was there a hearing yesterday?

Permalink Reply by Sarah D. on April 12, 2014 at 10:41am
Hi folks,

Apologies - I meant to post yesterday and got busy. I was in court for the hearing yesterday, and I spoke with Jason Jenkins yesterday afternoon, who was not able to be there.

There was a strong turnout, with about 15 (I counted) supporting the victim.

The attorneys are still in the discovery phase, so the hearing was brief and the next date was scheduled for May 23rd at 10am.

Hope to see you there.

Sarah Dandelles
Court Advocate
Permalink Reply by Bob Kastigar on April 18, 2014 at 9:23am

A more complete report and update on the hearing:

http://chi.streetsblog.org/2014/04/16/updates-in-bobby-cann-hector-...

On the evening of May 29, Cann, 26, was riding from work at the nearby Groupon offices when motorist Ryne San Hamel, 28, struck him at the intersection of Clybourn and Larabee in Old Town. San Hamel was charged with reckless homicide, aggravated DUI, misdemeanor DUI, reckless driving, and failure to stay in the lane.

The case’s latest status hearing took place on Friday, April 11th at the Cook County Courthouse, 26th and California, with about 20 Cann family and supporters in attendance, according to Kate Conway, an attorney for the family. The State’s Attorney’s office had expects that tests on San Hamel’s car and analysis of other evidence for reconstructing the events of the crash would be completed by then. However, a brake expert is currently examining the car to determine what speed it was going and what, if any, braking occurred.

San Hamel’s attorney filed a motion requesting documents related to the blood test on the driver that was performed at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, perhaps in an attempt to invalidate the test results, Conway said. That evidence will first go to Judge William Hooks, who will determine whether it is admissible in the case, according to victim advocate Sharon Johnson from the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists.

“To me that seems like a time extension tactic by the defense,” Johnson said. “My guess is that it won’t reveal anything, but it will make the case longer, which is hard on the victim’s family.” The next hearing for the criminal case was set for May 23.

In March, the Cann family filed a wrongful death suit against San Hamel and his business, AllYouCanDrink.com, a bar promotions website. The defense has not yet responded to the complaint. The initial hearing is scheduled for June 4.

(Kudos and thanks to John Greenfield for this report!)

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