Chuck Johnson update.

He has been in jail since November 20 for not complying with post-judgment discovery upon losing a $71 million judgment.

He just had his father send a message to the judge from jail.

It reads as follows.

“Dear Judge Pittman,

I am still in jail. My health is declining and I have been hurt. The $1000.00 fine has been paid. I have completed the interrogatories to the best of my ability. I am committed to helping the court receivers, Jeff Ansley and Adam Farrell, finish their search. I am unable to assist them without access to my phone and computer. Please release me so that I may get proper treatment and assist the receivers in this case. I believe that I have purged my contempt citation and have shown a willingness to cooperate with the court.”

His father concludes the letter: "Please advise me when I can expect Chuck to be released. Thank you."

We'll see if Judge Pittman now releases Chuck, or at least gives him his phone back.