Affidavit and Declaration in Support
Affidavit and Declaration in Support
Affidavit and Declaration in Support
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AFFIDAVIT
I, Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex, hereby depose and state as follows:
Introduction:
1. I am the Plaintiff in the lawsuit against the Las Vegas Township Justice
Court, Judge Jessica Goodey, Judge Eric Adam Goodman (aka) Eric A.
Goodman, District Court Judge Jennifer Anna Dorsey (aka) Jennifer A.
Dorsey, Judge Elayna J. Youchah, Judge Gloria Marie Navarro (aka) Gloria
M. Navarro, Judge Ricard F. Boulware, Judge Nancy J. Koppe, Judge
Brenda Weskler, Judge Andrew Patrick Gordon (aka) Andrew P. Gordon,
Judge Carla Baldwin, Judge Maximiliano D. Couvillier III, Judge Cristina D.
Silva, Robert A. McQuaid Jr, Judge Miranda Mai. Du (aka) Miranda M. Du,
Judge Anne R. Traum, Judge Howard D. Mckibben, Judge Craig Stephen
Denney (aka) Craig S. Denny, Judge Kent J. Dawson, Judge Deniel J.
Albregts, Judge James C. Mahan, Judge Larry R. Hicks, Judge Robert C.
Jones, Judge Vincent Cam Ferenbach (aka) Vincent Ferenbach; Cam
Ferenbach. The purpose of this affidavit is to provide a sworn statement in
support of my claims against the defendants.
Allegations:
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Precedent Case Laws for 18 U.S.C. § 241 and 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Conspiracy
Against Rights and Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law):
2. United States v. Price (1966): In this case, the Supreme Court held that
conspiracy to intimidate voters and other forms of racial harassment are
violations of 18 U.S.C. § 241.
3. United States v. Lanier (1997): The Supreme Court held that a state official
violates 18 U.S.C. § 242 when they act (or fail to act) with a specific intent
to deprive an individual of their constitutional rights.
Precedent Case Laws for Beneficial Owner and Holder in Due Course
Laws for Copyright:
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Mackay v. Uinta Development Co. (1939): This case held that a judge acts
without jurisdiction if they exceed their authority or act outside the bounds
of their prescribed duties. Any judgments rendered in such circumstances
may be void.
Stump v. Sparkman (1978): In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that a
judge is immune from suit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 for acts performed in
their judicial capacity, even if those acts are in error or were done
maliciously.
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2. Personal Jurisdiction:
Case Law: International Shoe Co. v. State of Washington (1945):
This case established the minimum contacts standard for personal
jurisdiction. It held that a court can only exercise jurisdiction over a
defendant if the defendant has certain minimum contacts with the
forum state, ensuring fairness and due process.
Legal Principle: Judges must have personal jurisdiction over the
parties involved in a case to render a valid judgment. Acting without
proper personal jurisdiction can result in the judgment being deemed
void.
3. Oath of Office:
Legal Principle: Judges are required to take an oath of office,
wherein they solemnly swear to uphold the Constitution and laws of
the jurisdiction they serve. Any actions taken by a judge outside the
scope of their jurisdiction may constitute a violation of their oath.
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2. Albright v. Oliver (1994): This case held that foreign diplomats enjoy
immunity from lawsuits for acts performed in their official capacity.
However, the scope of immunity may vary based on the specific
circumstances and applicable treaties.
Conclusion:
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Background:
Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex has initiated a lawsuit against the Las Vegas
Township Justice Court, Judge Jessica Goodey, Eric Adam Goodman (aka) Eric
A, Goodman, District Court Judge Jennifer Anna Dorsey (aka) Jennifer A. Dorsey,
Judge Elayna J. Youchah, Judge Gloria Marie Navarro (aka) Gloria M. Navarro,
Judge Ricard F. Boulware, Judge Nancy J. Koppe, Judge Brenda Weskler, Judge
Andrew Patrick Gordon (aka) Andrew P. Gordon, Judge Carla Baldwin, Judge
Maximiliano D. Couvillier III, Judge Cristina D. Silva, Robert A. McQuaid Jr,
Judge Miranda Mai. Du (aka) Miranda M. Du, Judge Anne R. Traum, Judge
Howard D. Mckibben, Judge Craig Stephen Denney (aka) Craig S. Denny, Judge
Kent J. Dawson, Judge Deniel J. Albregts, Judge James C. Mahan, Judge Larry
R. Hicks, Judge Robert C. Jones, Judge Vincent Cam Ferenbach (aka) Vincent
Ferenbach; Cam Ferenbach seeking $500,000,000 in damages. This legal action
arises from alleged violations of federal statutes, including 42 U.S.C. § 1983,
Conspiracy Against Rights 18 U.S.C. § 241, 18 U.S.C. § 242, 17 U.S.C. § 501,
28 U.S.C. § 1331, 5 U.S.C. § 552, 22 U.S.C. § 611, 12 U.S.C. § 1829b, U.S.C. §
3729, 22 U.S.C. § 254a et, and 28 U.S.C. § 2201, 12 U.S.C. 1951-1960, 31
U.S.C. 5311-5314, 5316 – 5336. Through this lawsuit, Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex
aims to ensure accountability for the defendants’ actions and uphold civil liberties
while maintaining the integrity of the justice system.
Allegations:
Facts: Judge Jessica Goodey, Judge Eric Adam Goodman (aka) Eric A.
Goodman, District Court Judge Jennifer Anna Dorsey (aka) Jennifer A. Dorsey,
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Judge Elayna J. Youchah, Judge Gloria Marie Navarro (aka) Gloria M. Navarro,
Judge Ricard F. Boulware, Judge Nancy J. Koppe, Judge Brenda Weskler, Judge
Andrew Patrick Gordon (aka) Andrew P. Gordon, Judge Carla Baldwin, Judge
Maximiliano D. Couvillier III, Judge Cristina D. Silva, Robert A. McQuaid Jr,
Judge Miranda Mai. Du (aka) Miranda M. Du, Judge Anne R. Traum, Judge
Howard D. Mckibben, Judge Craig Stephen Denney (aka) Craig S. Denny, Judge
Kent J. Dawson, Judge Deniel J. Albregts, Judge James C. Mahan, Judge Larry
R. Hicks, Judge Robert C. Jones, Judge Vincent Cam Ferenbach (aka) Vincent
Ferenbach; Cam Ferenbach allegedly deprived Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex of his
constitutional rights, including biased rulings and denial of due process during
legal proceedings.
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Legal Merits: Diplomatic immunity may shield Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex from
legal actions, especially under U.S.C. § 254a et seq, emphasizing the need to
consider international factors.
Conclusion:
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DECLARATION
I, Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex, being duly sworn, hereby depose and state the
following facts in support of my claims against the Las Vegas Township Justice
Court and several judges in the federal court jurisdiction. The purpose of this
declaration is to present compelling evidence of racial discrimination, modern-
day slavery, and violations of constitutional rights in the state of Nevada,
particularly within the justice system.
Allegations:
I allege that systemic racial discrimination and modern-day slavery practices are
rampant in the state of Nevada, especially within the justice system.
Modern-day slavery manifests in forms such as forced labor, debt bondage, and
human trafficking, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities,
including African Americans.
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Legal Merits:
c. Pursuant to diplomatic immunity and treaties between the United States and
Ethiopia, I assert my rights under the Haile Selassie Kingdom and Monarchy,
which includes protection against racial discrimination and violation of
fundamental human rights.
1. Griggs v. Duke Power Co. (1971): This case established the principle that
employment practices that disproportionately affect certain racial groups,
even if not explicitly discriminatory, can still be deemed illegal under Title
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
2. Washington v. Davis (1976): In this case, the Supreme Court held that a
government policy or practice that has a disparate impact on racial
minorities is not unconstitutional unless it is proven to be intentionally
discriminatory.
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Precedent Case Laws for 18 U.S.C. § 241 and 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Conspiracy
Against Rights and Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law):
5. United States v. Price (1966): In this case, the Supreme Court held that
conspiracy to intimidate voters and other forms of racial harassment are
violations of 18 U.S.C. § 241.
6. United States v. Lanier (1997): The Supreme Court held that a state official
violates 18 U.S.C. § 242 when they act (or fail to act) with a specific intent
to deprive an individual of their constitutional rights.
Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857): This historic case established that African
Americans, whether free or enslaved, were not considered citizens and lacked
standing to sue in federal courts. While significant progress has been made since
then, racial discrimination and inequality persist.
Brown v. Board of Education (1954): In this landmark case, the Supreme Court
declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, affirming the
principle of equal protection under the law. However, disparities in education and
other sectors persist, indicating ongoing challenges in achieving racial equality.
Muhammad v. City of Reno (2002): In this case, the Ninth Circuit Court of
Appeals ruled that racial profiling by law enforcement violated the Equal
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Conclusion:
In affirming the veracity and precision of the preceding statements, I emphasize
the compelling evidence of racial discrimination, modern-day slavery, and
infringements upon constitutional rights in the State of Nevada. These
reprehensible practices systematically perpetuate injustices against Ethiopian,
Indigenous, Afro-Indigenous, African, and Original Mosaic Peoples communities,
directly contravening the foundational principles of equality and justice upon
which our nation stands. Therefore, I implore the court to meticulously weigh the
evidence presented in bolstering my claims against the defendants, thereby
ensuring accountability and rectifying the systemic inequities that plague our
society.
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I certify that on this 16th day of February 2024, I served a true and correct
copy of the forgoing Affidavit and Documents in support of Plaintiff Verified
Complaint ECF [2] and Affidavits through CM/ECF Electronic Filing system of the
United States District Court for the District of Columbia (or. If necessary, by U.S.
Mail, first class, postage pre-paid), upon the following:
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Verification
Mr. Clayton-M. Bernard-Ex., pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1746, hereby makes
the following declaration: (1) he is a Plaintiff in the above titled stated on
information and belief.
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