Hello friends,

We are incredibly relieved to finally be able to tell you that the opening brief for Eric's appeal was filed on September 17. This is only the first step in a very long process, but after over a year's worth of delays, it was a welcome development. The government's response to Eric's brief is due on October 15 - although it is quite possible there will be more delays. We will post the opening brief on Eric's website soon (we're currently dealing with some technical difficulties).

We also want everyone to know that after a recalculation of his points (what the BOP uses to determine in what security level prison to place someone), Eric realized he qualifies for a low-security facility. He has put in a request to be moved and is awaiting a response. We will let you all know as soon as we hear anything.

Eric's birthday is on October 7. It would be great if everyone could send him a quick note of support to remind him we haven't forgotten about him. You can send cards and letters to:

Eric McDavid 16209-097
FCI Victorville, Medium II
Federal Correctional Institution
Adelanto, CA 92301

Please remember that everything you send and write to Eric is read by the authorities. For more information on how to write Eric, please visit the website: www.supporteric.org

Yours,
SPS

P.S.
The Earth First! Journal recently published a report-back from the tour we did this summer. If you'd like to read it, check it out at:
earthfirstjournal.org/article.php