HI SCR31

Requests President Barack Obama initiate a formal investigation into Federal law enforcement conduct regarding Reverend Roger Christie's arrest and detention since July 2010.

States that Reverend Christie, a Hawaii County resident and church minister, was arrested on marijuana-related charges but has no prior criminal record and has not been accused of violence.

Alleges that Christie's denial of bail and continued Federal detention without trial violate the Sixth Amendment right to a speedy trial and the Eighth Amendment prohibition on excessive bail.

Contends that Christie's political activities opposing Operation Green Harvest and advocating for low marijuana law enforcement priority may be the basis for his detention rather than legitimate safety concerns.

Calls for the President to order Christie's immediate release and to determine if Federal officials may be held civilly or criminally liable for his alleged illegal detention.