March 27th, Key Largo, FL – Chris’ legal counsel filed a Motion to Dismiss the Florida Statute 828.42 Florida Animal Enterprise Protection Act (1) Animal Enterprise Disruption charge against him. Chris and his legal counsel were notified to appear before Circuit Court Judge Ptomey on March 28, 2013 at 9am for a Motion Hearing. Due to scheduling conflicts with multiple parties it was not possible for all parties to be at the hearing. Chris’ legal counsel issued a Re-Notice to Appear at his Docket Sounding on April 8, 2013. A new Motion Hearing has been set for April 18, 2013 at 9am but could change depending on the availability of Chris’ legal counsel, some of whom will be flown in from outside the State of Florida.

There is also a new Docket Sounding scheduled for May 6, 2013 at 9:00 am in Key Largo, FL. Jury selection and trial are expected to occur at the end of May.

As with all cases involving charges against activists, what affects one of us, affects us all. It is so critical that everyone pull together and unite around this common cause – for Chris, for the movement, and for the animals. Thank You!!