19 ‘Strike 3 Holdings’ Lawsuits have been filed in the Middle District of Florida in the past 45 Days

Introduction

In a new surge of legal activity, Strike 3 Holdings has filed 19 federal lawsuits in the Middle District of Florida over the past 45 days. All 19 Strike 3 Holdings lawsuits target anonymous “John Does” accused of copyright infringement via BitTorrent. Known for filing multiple lawsuits throughout federal jurisdictions nationwide, Strike 3 Holdings continues to assert claims against alleged copyright infringers.

What is Strike 3 Holdings?

Strike 3 Holdings, LLC is a film production company that produces and distributes adult content. It has gained notoriety for frequent and widespread legal actions against individuals accused of downloading its films illegally via BitTorrent. Sometimes referred to as a “copyright troll,” similar to Malibu Media, Strike 3 Holdings aggressively pursues lawsuits to combat piracy of its content.

How Strike 3’s Process Works

Strike 3 Holdings lawsuits begin with the filing of a complaint in a federal district court against an anonymous defendant, known as “John Doe,” who is identified only by their IP address. The lawsuits are usually filed in the district court in the geographic location where the IP address is based. Although an IP address can in most cases reveal a general geographic location, it does not reveal who owns the Internet account associated with it.

After filing each lawsuit, Strike 3 Holdings files a motion to request the court’s permission to serve a subpoena on the Internet Service Provider (ISP) to obtain the subscriber’s identity (name and address). (This is the same process utilized by Malibu Media and other BitTorrent plaintiffs.)

Strike 3 then sends a subpoena to the ISP, who sends a letter to its subscriber, alerting them to the Strike 3 Holdings lawsuit — and the impending disclosure of their personal information. This letter is often the first time the subscriber learns of the lawsuit.

What to Do If your ISP alerts you to a Strike 3 Holdings lawsuit

Receiving a letter from your ISP indicating you are the target of a Strike 3 Holdings lawsuit can be alarming. It is crucial to treat it seriously because these are not scams; rather, they are legitimate lawsuits in federal court.

Although the Strike 3 Holdings lawsuits are all very similar, the facts behind them are different. For this reason, we tailor each matter to the specific circumstances, including the facts, potential defenses, and, if our client chooses to explore settlement, the individual’s financial situation. Our firm has been defending BitTorrent cases for well over a decade, and we continue to do so, offering guidance and defense strategies to protect our clients’ rights and interests. We only represent BitTorrent defendants, never the plaintiff film companies.

Recent Cases Filed Over the Past 45 Days

Below is the list of the 19 recent cases filed by Strike 3 Holdings in the Middle District of Florida:

1. 8:24-cv-00952-KKM-AEP – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 65.32.133.187 (filed 04/19/24)
2. 8:24-cv-00953-CEH-CPT – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/19/24)
3. 8:24-cv-00962-MSS-UAM – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
4. 8:24-cv-00963-MSS-SPF – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 173.169.230.46 (filed 04/22/24)
5. 8:24-cv-00965-CEH-AAS – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 35.145.160.169 (filed 04/22/24)
6. 8:24-cv-00966-CEH-UAM – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 65.35.96.27 (filed 04/22/24)
7. 8:24-cv-00967-MSS-SPF – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
8. 8:24-cv-00968-SDM-CPT – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
9. 8:24-cv-00969-MSS-NHA – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 65.33.110.65 (filed 04/22/24)
10. 8:24-cv-00970-MSS-AAS – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
11. 8:24-cv-00972-SDM-UAM – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
12. 8:24-cv-00975-WFJ-TGW – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 04/22/24)
13. 8:24-cv-00978-SDM-CPT – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 35.139.42.106 (filed 04/22/24)
14. 8:24-cv-01266-MSS-TGW – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 05/24/24)
15. 8:24-cv-01268-KKM-SPF – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 05/24/24)
16. 8:24-cv-01270-WFJ-AAS – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe (filed 05/24/24)
17. 8:24-cv-01271-MSS-AEP – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber assigned IP address 173.170.84.71 (filed 05/24/24)
18. 8:24-cv-01272-KKM-TGW – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. Doe subscriber IP address 35.145.183.208 (filed 05/24/24)
19. 8:24-cv-01273-SDM-SPF – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe subscriber assigned IP address 8.30.96.97 (filed 05/24/24)

As these cases unfold, the importance of understanding the legal landscape and taking prompt action cannot be overstated. If you find yourself facing a Strike 3 Holdings lawsuit, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form, or call our office at 407-965-5519.