Pretrial Detention Impact Record: Family Separation And Legal Process
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FOIA Request DEA Records Williamson County Jail Controlled Substances Investigation
FOIA request DEA records — This document is a formal Freedom of Information Act request seeking federal records related to controlled substance registration, prescribing authority, and regulatory oversight within Williamson County Jail. This request is based on documented concerns involving medical administration, delegation authority, and compliance with federal controlled substance laws.
This publication constitutes a preserved public record. The document below is presented in its original form and reflects a formal request submitted under federal law. No modifications have been made to the substance of the request.
FOIA Request Document — DEA Records
LeRoy Nellis
4845 Twin Valley Dr.
Austin, TX 78731
Email: [email protected]
Date:
Drug Enforcement Administration
FOIA/Records Management Section
8701 Morrissette Drive
Springfield, VA 22152
RE: FOIA Request – DEA Registration, Delegation, and Controlled Substance Activity
Facility: Williamson County Jail, 306 W 4th St, Georgetown, TX 78626
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552), I am requesting copies of all records held by the Drug Enforcement Administration relating to controlled substance registrations, prescribing activity, delegation authority, and any investigative or regulatory action involving the following individuals or entities:
Physicians / Medical Providers
1. Dr. John Mark Janes, MD – Texas License H8939
2. Dr. Henry L. Higgins, MD – Texas License L6232
3. Any additional physicians whose DEA number is registered at, delegated to, or used by Williamson County Jail or its medical contractor(s).
4. Any APRNs, EMTs, or medical staff who were granted authority, explicitly or implicitly, to issue or administer controlled substances within the jail.
Records Requested
For each individual/entity listed, please provide:
1. DEA registration applications (Form-224 and renewals)
2. DEA registration status, restrictions, suspensions, or actions
3. ARCOS reports reflecting controlled substance activity
4. DEA Form-222 or digital controlled substance orders
5. Any suspicious activity reports or compliance flags
6. All DEA investigations, notes, audits, or inquiries involving:
Williamson County Jail
Williamson County Sheriff’s Office
Jail medical staff or contractors
7. All correspondence between DEA and Williamson County personnel
8. Any delegation or supervisory authority filed with DEA regarding mid-level practitioners (APRN, PA)
9. Any records showing controlled substances prescribed, dispensed, administered, or ordered under these DEA numbers at the jail.
Timeframe Requested
January 1, 2023 – Present
Fee Category
I request a fee waiver as this request concerns matters of significant public interest related to medical care in a government-operated detention facility. I am an individual requester and agree to pay up to $25.00 in fees unless otherwise notified.
Please send electronic records to: [email protected]
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Respectfully,
/s/ LeRoy Nellis
(Handwritten signature if mailed)
Transparency and Public Record Notice
This document is published as part of a FOIA request DEA records archive. It is preserved to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuity of public records related to detention facility medical operations.
For reference:
The current version supersedes all prior versions and reflects the most accurate preserved record available.
Additional documentation, responses, and supporting records will be published as they are received and verified.
© LeRoy Nellis — Public Records Archive
Seven years ago, I met someone online. The relationship moved quickly, and before long we were building a life together. We moved from San Antonio to Round Rock, and with assistance from my father, purchased a home. At that time, the focus was stability and long-term planning for a growing family.
For related documentation, see the systemic detention timeline and the live evidentiary record. For general legal context on pretrial detention, refer to the U.S. Courts – Bail and Detention and the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Legal Disruption
Not long after relocating, law enforcement became involved following allegations made against me. This event marked a significant turning point, initiating a series of investigations, court proceedings, and prolonged legal uncertainty.
Over time, several charges were dismissed, while others remain pending. The legal process continues, and I am participating in that process while preparing my defense in accordance with legal requirements.
Detention Conditions And Psychological Impact
This pretrial detention impact record includes extended periods of pretrial detention, including time spent in isolation. The psychological effects of isolation are difficult to quantify but are significant.
Days lose structure. External sound becomes minimal. Time perception shifts. Awareness narrows to internal processes, including breathing and physical presence.
These conditions create lasting psychological impact that extends beyond the detention period itself.
Family Separation And Long-Term Consequences
The most significant consequence has been separation from my daughter. Extended time without consistent contact has resulted in a loss that cannot be reversed, regardless of legal outcomes.
Financial loss and reputational damage are measurable. Lost time with family is not.
This separation represents a core impact of prolonged pretrial detention conditions.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Reconstruction And Purpose
This experience has affected long-term health, stability, and future planning. Current efforts are focused on rebuilding through writing, public speaking, and documenting systemic issues related to pretrial detention.
The objective is not to relitigate individual case facts in a public forum, but to examine how prolonged detention and overlapping legal processes can alter outcomes before adjudication occurs.
Ongoing Legal Status
I continue to address the case within the court system. Legal proceedings remain active, and all actions are being taken within the framework of that process.
There is also an ongoing effort toward reconciliation with my daughter and restoration of personal stability.
This pretrial detention impact record remains part of a broader documentation effort focused on transparency, accountability, and long-term systemic review.
This record remains active and subject to update as legal proceedings progress and additional documentation becomes available. The current version supersedes all prior versions.
Stay Informed
Get updates on detention records, legal proceedings, and ongoing documentation.
UPDATED RECORD — April 20, 2026
This pretrial detention impact record documents the progression of a personal relationship, subsequent legal proceedings, and the long-term consequences of extended pretrial detention, including family separation, financial loss, and psychological impact. This constitutes a narrative record based on lived experience and ongoing legal status.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record: Family Separation And Legal Process
Seven years ago, I met someone online. The relationship moved quickly, and before long we were building a life together. We moved from San Antonio to Round Rock, and with assistance from my father, purchased a home. At that time, the focus was stability and long-term planning for a growing family.
For related documentation, see the systemic detention timeline and the live evidentiary record. For general legal context on pretrial detention, refer to the U.S. Courts – Bail and Detention and the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Legal Disruption
Not long after relocating, law enforcement became involved following allegations made against me. This event marked a significant turning point, initiating a series of investigations, court proceedings, and prolonged legal uncertainty.
Over time, several charges were dismissed, while others remain pending. The legal process continues, and I am participating in that process while preparing my defense in accordance with legal requirements.
Detention Conditions And Psychological Impact
This pretrial detention impact record includes extended periods of pretrial detention, including time spent in isolation. The psychological effects of isolation are difficult to quantify but are significant.
Days lose structure. External sound becomes minimal. Time perception shifts. Awareness narrows to internal processes, including breathing and physical presence.
These conditions create lasting psychological impact that extends beyond the detention period itself.
Family Separation And Long-Term Consequences
The most significant consequence has been separation from my daughter. Extended time without consistent contact has resulted in a loss that cannot be reversed, regardless of legal outcomes.
Financial loss and reputational damage are measurable. Lost time with family is not.
This separation represents a core impact of prolonged pretrial detention conditions.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Reconstruction And Purpose
This experience has affected long-term health, stability, and future planning. Current efforts are focused on rebuilding through writing, public speaking, and documenting systemic issues related to pretrial detention.
The objective is not to relitigate individual case facts in a public forum, but to examine how prolonged detention and overlapping legal processes can alter outcomes before adjudication occurs.
Ongoing Legal Status
I continue to address the case within the court system. Legal proceedings remain active, and all actions are being taken within the framework of that process.
There is also an ongoing effort toward reconciliation with my daughter and restoration of personal stability.
This pretrial detention impact record remains part of a broader documentation effort focused on transparency, accountability, and long-term systemic review.
This record remains active and subject to update as legal proceedings progress and additional documentation becomes available. The current version supersedes all prior versions.
Stay Informed
Get updates on detention records, legal proceedings, and ongoing documentation.
UPDATED RECORD — April 20, 2026
This pretrial detention impact record documents the progression of a personal relationship, subsequent legal proceedings, and the long-term consequences of extended pretrial detention, including family separation, financial loss, and psychological impact. This constitutes a narrative record based on lived experience and ongoing legal status.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record: Family Separation And Legal Process
Seven years ago, I met someone online. The relationship moved quickly, and before long we were building a life together. We moved from San Antonio to Round Rock, and with assistance from my father, purchased a home. At that time, the focus was stability and long-term planning for a growing family.
For related documentation, see the systemic detention timeline and the live evidentiary record. For general legal context on pretrial detention, refer to the U.S. Courts – Bail and Detention and the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Legal Disruption
Not long after relocating, law enforcement became involved following allegations made against me. This event marked a significant turning point, initiating a series of investigations, court proceedings, and prolonged legal uncertainty.
Over time, several charges were dismissed, while others remain pending. The legal process continues, and I am participating in that process while preparing my defense in accordance with legal requirements.
Detention Conditions And Psychological Impact
This pretrial detention impact record includes extended periods of pretrial detention, including time spent in isolation. The psychological effects of isolation are difficult to quantify but are significant.
Days lose structure. External sound becomes minimal. Time perception shifts. Awareness narrows to internal processes, including breathing and physical presence.
These conditions create lasting psychological impact that extends beyond the detention period itself.
Family Separation And Long-Term Consequences
The most significant consequence has been separation from my daughter. Extended time without consistent contact has resulted in a loss that cannot be reversed, regardless of legal outcomes.
Financial loss and reputational damage are measurable. Lost time with family is not.
This separation represents a core impact of prolonged pretrial detention conditions.
Pretrial Detention Impact Record — Reconstruction And Purpose
This experience has affected long-term health, stability, and future planning. Current efforts are focused on rebuilding through writing, public speaking, and documenting systemic issues related to pretrial detention.
The objective is not to relitigate individual case facts in a public forum, but to examine how prolonged detention and overlapping legal processes can alter outcomes before adjudication occurs.
Ongoing Legal Status
I continue to address the case within the court system. Legal proceedings remain active, and all actions are being taken within the framework of that process.
There is also an ongoing effort toward reconciliation with my daughter and restoration of personal stability.
This pretrial detention impact record remains part of a broader documentation effort focused on transparency, accountability, and long-term systemic review.
This record remains active and subject to update as legal proceedings progress and additional documentation becomes available. The current version supersedes all prior versions.