Case 3:24-cr-00142-PDW Document 41 Filed 06/17/25 Page 1 of 1
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
DISTRICT OF NORTH DAKOTA
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Case No. 3:24-CR-142
Plaintiff,
MOTION TO CONTINUE TRIAL
vs.
ROSS SYLVESTER ELENDU,
Defendant.
Defendant Ross Sylvester Elendu, through his undersigned attorney, respectfully requests that
the Court continue the jury trial currently scheduled for July 22, 2025. This is a complex case
involving alleged financial crimes and includes a large volume of discovery. Plea negotiations are
ongoing. Moreover, Mr. Elendu is a legal permanent resident of the United States and concerns
regarding his immigration status add an additional layer of complexity. Due to these issues, additional
time is needed prior to trial. Mr. Elendu has previously executed and filed a Waiver of Speedy Trial.
Dkt. 36.
Accordingly, Mr. Elendu respectfully requests that the current trial date be continued. The
United States, as represented by AUSA Matthew Greenley, has been consulted and does not object
to the motion.
Dated this 17th day of June, 2025. MCGEE, HANKLA, & BACKES, P.C.
BY: /s/ Erich M. Grant
Erich M. Grant (ND ID# 07593)
Attorney for the Defendant
E-mail: egrant@mcgeelaw.com
2400 E. Burdick Expwy., Ste. 100
PO Box 998
Minot, North Dakota 58702-0998
(701) 852-2544
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