Update - October 10, 2007
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Free Eric Volz
Oct 9, 2007, 12:15:19 PM10/9/07
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Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Today is day #323 of Eric's wrongful imprisonment.
Well, how should I begin? The last time that I saw Eric was on May 19…his 28th birthday.
Based on the information that we read in the Nicaraguan media, we expected that the appellate decision would be made by now. When I left the penitentiary in May I never thought that I'd have to see Eric there again.
He's still so frustrated! None of us can believe that it's been nearly a year since his arrest. His spirits remain strong, but when I'm sitting there looking at Eric in the environment of the penitentiary, it's inconceivable that he's still suffering this injustice nearly 11 months later…it's so wrong to see him there.
After five long months of expectation, and no decision by the appellate court, I returned to Nicaragua; it was time to see Eric.
I was able to visit him several times and bring him essential items that he desperately needed…food, reading materials, letters from those of you who have written and some homemade cookies from some dear friends. It was so good to see him again. It was great for both of us to see each another.
Many of you have inquired as to Eric's health, safety and the status of the appellate process. Since our last communication, the prison has returned Eric's nebulizer and asthma medicine and his breathing has improved. His overall health is somewhat better, but is still an ongoing issue.
As for Eric's safety, while I was there, there was a violent riot in the penitentiary resulting in numerous injuries. Obviously, Eric's safety continues to be of major concern.
Regarding the appellate process; there is no news. Eric's appeal remains in the possession of the appellate court and, at this time, we have no official word on the status or movement of the case. During the appeal process it is critical and his legal right that Eric have regular meetings with his attorney. However, prison officials have continually denied access to his attorney.
Despite the difficulties prison officials imposed, Eric and I were able to focus on the quality of our time together.
Eric still receives and reads every email, and though he can't respond directly continues to refer to your messages as his "lifeline". Eric asked me tell you that he still wants to hear from you - please continue to write to him.
I can't begin to express the depth of pride I feel for the man that Eric's choosing to become. He inspires me and I am honored to be his mother!
Bendiciones,
Maggie
Today is day #323 of Eric's wrongful imprisonment.
Well, how should I begin? The last time that I saw Eric was on May 19…his 28th birthday.
Based on the information that we read in the Nicaraguan media, we expected that the appellate decision would be made by now. When I left the penitentiary in May I never thought that I'd have to see Eric there again.
He's still so frustrated! None of us can believe that it's been nearly a year since his arrest. His spirits remain strong, but when I'm sitting there looking at Eric in the environment of the penitentiary, it's inconceivable that he's still suffering this injustice nearly 11 months later…it's so wrong to see him there.
After five long months of expectation, and no decision by the appellate court, I returned to Nicaragua; it was time to see Eric.
I was able to visit him several times and bring him essential items that he desperately needed…food, reading materials, letters from those of you who have written and some homemade cookies from some dear friends. It was so good to see him again. It was great for both of us to see each another.
Many of you have inquired as to Eric's health, safety and the status of the appellate process. Since our last communication, the prison has returned Eric's nebulizer and asthma medicine and his breathing has improved. His overall health is somewhat better, but is still an ongoing issue.
As for Eric's safety, while I was there, there was a violent riot in the penitentiary resulting in numerous injuries. Obviously, Eric's safety continues to be of major concern.
Regarding the appellate process; there is no news. Eric's appeal remains in the possession of the appellate court and, at this time, we have no official word on the status or movement of the case. During the appeal process it is critical and his legal right that Eric have regular meetings with his attorney. However, prison officials have continually denied access to his attorney.
Despite the difficulties prison officials imposed, Eric and I were able to focus on the quality of our time together.
Eric still receives and reads every email, and though he can't respond directly continues to refer to your messages as his "lifeline". Eric asked me tell you that he still wants to hear from you - please continue to write to him.
I can't begin to express the depth of pride I feel for the man that Eric's choosing to become. He inspires me and I am honored to be his mother!
Bendiciones,
Maggie
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