Jacksonville Judge Rescinds Unconstitutional Order in Wake of PINAC Lawsuit
Published 2015-07-15
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The North Florida Chief Circuit Judge who issued an unconstitutional order barring citizens from video recording the outside of a Jacksonville courthouse, prompting national criticism along with a federal lawsuit from PINAC, has rescinded his order.
Fourth Circuit Chief Judge Mark Mahon rescinded his order Wednesday, two days after a former Jacksonville judge from the same circuit agreed to join PINAC in its lawsuit, further embarrassing the rookie chief judge among his peers.
In his latest order, Mahon explains that he issued the initial order banning photography and protests outside the courthouse in order to ensure “a fair trial” for defendants that he does not name.
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All Comments (21)
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Proof that what you are doing has an effect. You sir, are a patriot by every sense of the word. Thanks Jeff.
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How can a person be "in contempt of court" standing on a public sidewalk across the street from the courthouse. Wow. What is wrong with these tyrants
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Although good news, it sickens me that this is considered a "victory." It never should've happened in the first place. Nice work, guys!
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Contempt of court on a public sidewalk. Can it get anymore ridiculous in America?
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Absolutely incredible. Thank you for serving our community.
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It's amazing how friendly the police became!
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Bad Judge Bad Judge, whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do when Pinac comes for you! Bad Judge Bad Judge, whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do when Pinac comes for you!
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It's funny how the gag order only applied during the trial of Michale Hofman. Is the lawsuit still going forward? In my opinion, just because he rescinded his clearly unconstitutional order, doesn't correct the situation and attention that Hofman deserved. Poor guy was railroaded. The judge needs to be punished. Plain and simple.
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Congratulations Jeff....I've been a long time follower of yours. Awesome that the Constitution has been supported but sad it had to take a Federal Civil Rights lawsuit to make it happen. Thanks for all you do and all the legal risks you take. Would love to join you sometime!!
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way to make 'em eat it Jeff.
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Great job Jeff! I'm sure I'm not alone in saying that I live vicariously through you. Thank you for all that you do!
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Fantastic result Jeff, EOG and the PINAC team. Well done indeed gentlemen.
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Jeff, The order may be reversed but this whole situation has put a spotlight on this judge. Keep your eyes open.
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Hard to believe he thought that outrageous order would stand!
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Thank you Jeff for all you do I speak for a lot of people that realize what you do is very important and keeping the government in check helps everyone
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And that's how activism work folks! Awesome job PNIAC!!!
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Thank you for the follow up update. Too many Auditors want to show the drama/altercations yet not the resolution. I respect your style.
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WHAT WOULD THE WORLD BE LIKE IF IT WASENT FOR GREAT GUYS LIKE THIS WHO STAND UP FOR OUR RIGHTS ? BLESS THERE HEARTS !
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You're making a difference, Jeff. Thank you for your service!
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Awesome, good for you guys, sticking it to the judge....!!!!
