Sounds like Scot is a great person. Almost sad in a way that he has been "stricken" with greatness, and had all this thrust upon him.

Only one thing can fill that emptiness Scot, it cannot be filled externally.

Take whatever opportunity is afforded you this time and do something fantastic with it!

If you have a second, take a look at this thread on another message board, it's my life layed open for the world to take shots at. (on that board, my name is "Undead") be sure and scroll down and read the whole thing, I hope you find it encouraging.

http://www.disciplerocks.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=13807

How can you send someone who needs help to such an empty place as jail? If you really want to help them then send them some place where they can get it.

Elvis,

I know what your asking All I can tell you from what Scot is telling me is that "He wants to be clean and face the core of what is always sending him back to it." I can only go by what he wanting right now. I wont sit here and sugar coat what he has done in the past and that is say this to me again and not follow through with it. Yes, he keeps going back to it. I know today what he wants I dont know what tomorrow will bring. I do know that it's not because he doesnt want to go to jail. He could get as much drugs as he wants in there as well as out here. He needs to be punished for what he did...I agree with that but what is 5+yrs going to do for him in jail? NOT ONE DAMN THING! He need s help and support.

Jamie

Jamie, I sent you an e-mail

Letter to follow soon

Dear Sir/Madam:

As you can see from the many letters regarding Mr. Breithaupt, you can see he has many friends, supporters and admirers. In the eyes of many he was a hero. In my eyes, he is a friend and my big brother.
I ask of you to momentarily see Scot through the eyes of his friends, to see him through the eyes of the thousands of people who Scot has impacted over the years, and through my eyes. Scot has many problems as his rap sheet shows. However, if I may, Scot also has a long history of doing extraordinary things; he has the gift of guiding people the right way (even if he sometimes fails to do so in his own life) and he has a legacy and a promise he has to fulfill. This will not happen without your help

I have known Scot for many years. I read about him when I was 11 years old and the first time I met him in person, I could see an intensity in his eyes that told me this was driving force behind a blossoming sport called BMX. He was hardly older than I was, but nevertheless I looked up to him. I also got to compete against him. If I knew he was there, I gave an extra effort just to make sure that somehow he would notice and in the case of racing against him, to at least be somewhat competitive.

But Scot did not just affect me; he affected many other kids in a similar way. I truly believe that in the effort to emulate Scot, we stayed out of trouble. It is hard to do a bad deed when you are waiting for the next race in a sport he pioneered or working a paper route in order to save enough money for a product that Scot put out.

I am a federal law enforcement officer. I see the evils of society in an everyday basis. I see smugglers, wanted felons, gang bangers and many other types of criminal element. I get to question these people; I get to do a quick judgement of their intentions by looking at their eyes. Upon arrest, I often see no remorse and no hope of rehabilitation in these people. It is different with Scot. He obviously has his weakness and his demons, but when I talk to him in person. I can see the kid in him, I can see the promise and I can see the hope he often gave us. This is far from a person who will not benefit from a rehabilitation program. This is a person, who given the right guidance, will prevail.

I ask of you sir, as a judge of the law in addition to a judge of character, that you look into Scot’s eyes as you decide his future. If you see just another person trying to avoid jail time then you must do your duty. However, if you see in his eyes the Scot that I am familiar with. The one with the big heart, the one that knows somehow that you need someone to talk to and calls unexpectedly, the Scot that we grew up with, admired, and are friends with, and the Scot that is still full of promise. If you see that Scot in his eyes, then we ask you to be lenient with your sentencing. He has not only Jaime and his family to help him. He has the support of a whole community of people who will work with him, give him emotional and other support to overcome his problems.

Thank You

Rick Gaytan

AT/CET San Ysidro Port Of Entry

[ April 30, 2006, 03:24 AM: Message edited by: Reilley1 ]

Wow.

Elvis

If you find it hard to write a letter to the courts. Write one to Scot. Let him know you want to see him get better.

I for one would like to see Scot surrouned by Doctors and Staff that will try and get into his head. He just might come out with some tools to help himself.

Yes, some people fail Rehab. But like Alanon they can be very successful as well.

Mr. Gaytan (out of respect for your letter)

I do hope the judge at least hears yours.

[ April 30, 2006, 03:10 AM: Message edited by: Gary Haselhorst ]

I've never met Scot personally, but I have been riding BMX bikes for over 20 years and have followed his career and achievements since I was a kid.

Having struggled with addiction myself, and having a sister that battled with meth addiction for years (and is now 5+ yrs clean) I have to disagree with Greg Hill and say that Scot needs to get the **** out of Long Beach!!! Once he is free to do so.

Scoring drugs in LB is as easy as breathing. And if he stays within his "circle", getting clean will be almost impossible.

My sister relocated to the nyc area almost 5 years ago, and with the support of a 12 step program, her therapist, and her family. Her life has taken a huge turn for the better. She is now gainfully employed (finally putting that degree from UCLA to good use) and her face glows with hope and hapiness these days.

I am convinced that if she would have stayed in Long Beach, she would have self destructed with her "drug pals". I'm not from SoCal, but I know it all too well, since my mom and sis lived in LB from '89 to '01 and I visited them out there regularly.

Best wishes to Scot, and I hope that he really has hit bottom for the last time, and is able to make the best of his life and legacy.

Jamie,

Letter sent to your email. Scot is lucky to have someone like you fighting for him.

The sport Scot created not only gave me something fun to do, it set me on a career path. I made friends and forged business relationships starting 30 years that remain strong to this day.

If Scot can find it within himself to effect lasting positive change, he knows that he has the support of all of us here to help in any way possible.

Drugs and negative influences are everywhere. A physical relocation will not help if the change does not occur within. If the change does occur within, and Scot truly wants to clean up and stay that way, then there are many in SoCal that are ready and willing to help. Don't leave the support system, just leave those who aren't being supportive.

I'm not a particularly religious person, but Scot is certainly in my thoughts and I hope the outcome of Monday's court proceedings will be positive.

Best wishes,
Bill Nicholson
Wichita, KS

After reading the first four pages of this thread, I thought I would burst, but here is not the place for me to voice my personal objections to the War on Drugs and it's deplorable waste of tax-payer's money.

Nearly everyone has their weaknesses and their addictions. It sucks when they disrupt lives as profoundly as Scot's seems to have, however, jail time has a very poor track record for curing society's whoas and addictive behavior. Rehab isn't always the answer, but it's going to hit the mark a helluva' lot closer than prison.

Scot has always been a hero of mine, and I'm confident that a letter of support will not be enabling his addictive behavior further, but I recognize he's got a long road in front of him. I wish him all the strength in the world, and am very heartened that he has such a strong ally in you Jamie. Take care and good luck!
JP

[ April 30, 2006, 05:12 PM: Message edited by: jipster43 ]

I read the first post of this thread shortly after it was started and have returned to it a few times a day. The same feeling grabs ahold of me each and every time. It is a feeling of real pain and emotional hurt. A feeling that remindes me of myself. I myself lead a destructive drug addicted lifestyle. I couldnt stop even though I wanted to. When finally what I loved most dearly was in jepordy (the girl I was soon to mary and whom I had known for 16 years) I came to a life changing decision. Was I going to choose drugs which allainiated me from all those whom I loved and those who loved me? I choose the love.
So this I ask of Scott, from this day forward what will motivate you to do the right thing. Will you choose to step up and reignite that passion for getting high on life "from this day forward", not just seasons of good days and than back to drugs but a Scott that we all know and understand to be a great unique individual who not just dreams dreams but is able to bring them to reality. You have done it and WILL do it again.
Scott, I have never met you nore talked with you or ever even seen you but what you do hurts my heart. I have a 13 year old son and on the way to the BMX races Saturday I asked him if he remembered the guy "Scott" from "Joe Kid on a Stingray" and he said "yea." I explained to him this situation and he was in disbelief. It seemed to bother him to a degree because I told him you were the guy that started this BMX thing. I also showed him my 83 quadangle and looptail ripper and told him you were the owner of SE. So he kinda knows of you and to be honest, he was let down.
My intent is not to guilt you but to show you the grand scale of things, the repercutions of a persons actions. As Scot "OM" Breithaupt your circle of loved ones is measured in literally thousands which is astronomical to my little circle but none the less each is of great value. As the teenager I seen on Joe Kid who wanted to lease the property from the property owner to hold BMX races and you told him here's 10 years worth (I cannot remember exactly what you said.) For a kid that was Donald Trump like thinking. So we all know you have it in you to go huge again. IT's TIME BRO!!!!
Scot, do it for Jammie, do it for JU, OZ, PK STU, and scads of others who may be closer than those guys. I don't now and that matters not. Do it for all those who have suffered along with you. Do it for my son and those alike who only know you from the BMX mag or just know the name "Scot old man Breithaupt" But most of all do it for SCOT. You are worth it. We need you and all of yourself. Life that flurishes with great love brings forth great love. Life with little love can be cold and lonely as you probably know my friend.
I myself am a product of one who has conqured a great uphill battle without jail time and I believe that you have a heart that is still soft enough to rise above the fight and win this battle with pure determination and support from those closest to you and your BMX family. I ask that the judge looks closly not just at the marks against you but also at the marks in favor of you and would grant you help, not punishment. From a friend you've never known, Lenny Schoeberlein

Hi Everyone!
I saw Scot today and he looks good! he has gained weight and his eyes are as blue as ever! I will be going to court tomorrow with him and I will let everyone know the outcome. I also will be giving a copy of all letters and this thread to him tomorrow. Today we had a good talk. I told him that this is getting really old and your friends are tired of it but they love you! He looked down with tears in his eyes and told me that he is so very embarrassed that there is not one word he could say to you because sorry is not enough and that he will prove by his actions to show each of you that he's BACK! CLEAN! I told him that being in the spot light you take on a certain responsibility to you fans especially childern. Every child should have a hero someone to look up to and help them fill their day with hope that maybe isn't coming from their current home life and when that hope is broken that child is once lost again!

Let's hope that sunk in!

Thank you all for all your letters and support,

Jamie

As a random forum member who doesn't know Scot or even anyone on the forums, here are my thoughts on this. They may be slightly off topic. Please don't hate me.

1. Drug laws are hypocritical. For some reason alcohol is a legal drug and alcohol users/abusers are not even considered for jail time for simple possesion, sale, or use (unless a minor is involved...I won't even go there). Infact, many people find it unusual if one doesn't get drunk.

2. I find using Scots fame, personality, etc to justify illegal activity wrong. Just because people like the guy and he contributed to society, he can commit crimes? Every person has friends, is a good person, etc. I don't think this justifies allowing them to do illegal things.

I do not know the details but if it was drug use, possession, or sale, I don't think it deserves jail time.

I hope Scot does not go to jail. Scot, if you want to be clean as it sounds like you do, I wish you luck. I hope everything works out for you, Scot.

I dont think anyone tried to justify Scotts illegal activities...but we have all been affected by drug use in 1 way or another, and we have all either had friends or family members who have dealt w/ addiction, or have had addictions ourselves, so we can relate to what Scott & Jamie are going thru.

Ive never had the pleasure of meeting Scott, but I hope to some day. I only know of the "Legend", but I feel I know the person alot better now, after reading some of the post that his "friends" have left. This guy means alot to alot of people, and he has one heck of a support group here @ vintage BMX.

Lenny,

Please email me directly I have a private message from Scot. janthony0@charter.net

Take care,

Jamie

I am Scot's step daughter, and am 15 years old! Scot has some problems, but because of the type of person he is and how willing he is to get home and get rid of his problems, I am convinced that he can make it! Scot can not love my mother, my brothers and I anymore than he does now! I will apreciate it, if you will write a letter and let everyone know how truely great of a person he is and help a friend out! For everyone who does not know Scot and judges him as a druggy, I want you to know that if you write a letter, maybe it wont change anything about your life, but it would change a family's life! Everyone deserves a second chance and Scot needs one! I know how bad Scot has messed up, and he needs to learn from it, but not in Prison! Prison can not help a person with their problems, but Re-hab can! Thank you for your time and if you write a letter, I apreciate it from the bottom of my heart!

Letter sent, I pray that it helps and that Scot does the right thing if/when he gets this chance.
Scot, I have always looked up to you and I will always treasure your BMXA test jersey & Wing Thing that you gave me so many years ago

Jamie, I just sent my letter to you.

Scot, my thoughts and prayers are going out to you tonight and tomorrow. We all love you and care about you very much.

Troy Rouzer

I, for one, have met Scot only a handful of times. The few times that I have met him, it was brief. It's awfully hard to sit down with someone of his stature in the BMX community AT a BMX race, when he is surrounded by admiring fans.

As a kid growing up, I looked at BMXA with amazement. All of the people involved were like hero's to me. Scot was one of them. What he helped create is a HUGE part of my life. I'm 36 now, but I still race, ride and think mostly about BMX.

I know many people who have known or been involved with Scot over the years, including people in the medical field who have told me about his open and honest dealings with them regarding his problems. I feel for Scot, and more importantly, his child/children. I myself have struggled with substance abuse. The one thing that has helped me get through it was the support of friends and family, by which I used to mean my BMX family.

That is, until about 7 1/2 years ago. That was when my son was born. I think of him now whenever I feel like "slipping" and going back. Sure, I slipped, but I have realized how much I wasn't being a good father to him when I was using. Now I have realized how much it would hurt my son, and his older half-sister. They are what keep me from going back into that lifestyle.

I understand how hard it must be for Scot to be away from those that he loves. While I understand this, I also understand that he needs help. While some of us are strong of body, we may not be as strong of will, and sometimes things get to us and we go back to what took away the pain and brought us some peace, however short it may be. I am not strong of will in that regard, and it seems that Scot isn't either. What works for me is the support of my kids, wether or not they know it. Just thinking of how disappointed in me they would be if I got into trouble or God forbid, ever did anything violent to anyone, keeps me from going back. Some who know me will maybe not believe this, those who TRULY know me, will. I don't know if rehab will work for him or not. It's not for me to decide. I don't believe jail time will be the answer in any way, shape or form. I have some old friends who happen to be Prison Guards in the CA penal system, and from what they have told me (as they were trying to get me to be a guard) have made me wary of that system.

I have relatives who have gone through "Drug Court", who shortly after graduating have asked me if I had anything I could share. It made me sick. About myself and them.

I guess the point I'm trying to make is that it has to come from within. The person has to really WANT to get better. I have made that decision for myself, and it's still a struggle to this day. But if I can do it, so can Scot. BUT...BUT only if he wants to. I truly hope and pray that he does. I wouldn't judge him for what he has done, good or bad. I will just pray for him and give him support as best that I know how.

I would like nothing more than to see Scot again at a BMX race, healthy and clean. I hope that he can get the help he needs and will accept it and make the change HE must decide to make. I know it is within him, I just pray that he finds it.

Sincerely,

Jon Hinkle

[ May 01, 2006, 02:13 AM: Message edited by: HinkDog411 ]

OM, see you at Rockford my friend...

Wishing you great luck today!

Sorry I'm running late for work. Anyway everybody already said what needed to be said. You've already proven that there's nothing you can't do Scott. You're a great person and a wise person. Beat these demons down and, when you're done with that, don't forget that they will always be lurking. Trust me I know.

March 1981 issue of Super BMX(Below):








[ May 01, 2006, 07:29 PM: Message edited by: Mike Welsh ]

Good luck today Scott.

You are in control of what happens in the future, regardless of the outcome today. Life is all about choices and decisions. We all have the power to make the right choices. Harness that power and use it wisely.

Best of luck today Scot. I am thinking about you and hope things work out for you. Look inside and be honest with yourself my friend.

Today you will be lining up for the most important gate start of your life. Like in a BMX race, get your balance, look down the track and focus on the first obstacle.

Rider ready?................

I'll see you at the finish line,
Hal Marshman

Nice analogy Hal.

Well stated and to the point.

Best of luck today Scot,you are in all of our thoughts and prayers today....SE For Life....

Scot, Jamie and family

Best of luck for today. Thinking of you all.

waza007

Good Luck today Scot and Jamie

As a father, a coach, and a hero to my own kids, I can’t imagine the pain that this man is going through. I never knew Scot, and to be honest, I never knew of him before this post. I do know this after reading 9 pages, this man does need help. And I can honestly say, I think this time he wants it. Jamie, as someone who has never met Scot, please pass along our kind thoughts.
This is a guy that has changed the lives of thousands of people. A man who has made us adults into who we are today. A man who has made the fathers and mothers of today be our own children’s heroes.
Scot, I am in no way trying to put guilt on your shoulders. And I hope today turns out to be a blessing for you. But please, from a stranger, and now a new fan of yours, don’t ever give up trying, and we shall meet one day!

Wally Adams

I met Scot briefly at Rockford last year. You all know what I mean when I say he's electric! What a nice guy. I hope for the best outcome with this situation. Good luck Scot.

Good luck Scot and Jamie.

-Todd

I'm out of words just reading all this!Just like Hal said Rider ready!!!! Hope it works out for you and your family Scott! Get er done this time God bless

Good Luck today Scot and Jamie.

I've had a 20+ year hiatus from the BMX scene but some of my most vivid memories are of devouring all the information I could from all the different BMX publications. Scot was one of the most recognizable names and one that I attribute to being the founding father of BMX as we know it.

I've never met Scot or even seen him at the clinics or tours but judging by what everyone has said about him he seems like someone I would like to meet and get to know.

I've dealt with addiction in my family, not my own but another member, and I know a healthy life can be accomplished. Please look inside yourself and help yourself and your family. Please get better and live well.

Best of luck, my prayers and thoughts are with you.

Mike

scot

you can do this. draw strength from the love being sent your way and do what needs to be done. be strong. be well.

dani

*waiting patiently for the outcome at court*

Exactly djbdb. I keep checking every few minutes.

Same here, waiting,

Well, Its 2PM on the west coast. What time was his hearing today??

fingers crossed

Are they saving it for last? Maybe the judge is spending time reading all the letters. I am more nervous for him than I was for me when I was in trouble.

I could well be being a tard here, but if you click on this link http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/Courts/...nal/victnx.html you will see that our man has his preliminary hearing tomorrow at 9.50am. Won't he have to get past said hearing before the judge decides to pass sentence? In fact, don't you have a preliminary hearing before the trial begins? If this is the case, surely it'll be some time before he learns his fate. Not being a hotshoe on Californian criminal law, I'm fully aware that I may be way off here...

I was under the assumption the prelim was done & he was on to sentencing. I was sure she said it was today. Good points though. By the way, you are supposed to start it off with "Now i'm not some big city lawyer....." & we would all gasp in shock.

I have refreshed this thread a million times today. I hope we don't overload the site.

-Steve - With fingers crossed in Texas

Scot may very well be facing 1. a parole violation, or 2. or violation of the terms of probation from a previous sentence. in that case his hearing today could be a parole revocation hearing, which would mean back to prison to finish your original sentence. you go back before the original sentencing judge, who in most cases will not be happy to see you again. don't know, just guessing, but it could be that.

still hoping for the best!

yup. check the Court calendar.

Tuesday's hearing is a Preliminary Hearing, the 1st step in a case, likely his offense last week.

Monday's (today's) hearing is something else, EDH - an Early Deposition Hearing, different case #s than the Tuesday hearing. very likely probation/parole/bail revocation from prior offenses.

[ May 01, 2006, 06:14 PM: Message edited by: TIM ]

I see what you mean Tim, but I don't think so. If you look at their "Hearing Code Legend" you will see the one next to his name is TPRLM, which apparently stands for Preliminary Hearing. If you're right, wouldn't the legend have read RESEN for Re-Sentencing? I think we have to wait until it reads SENT for Sentencing. I 'm just taking a wild stab in the dark though...do any of us know what these things actually translate into?

If there ever was a time that I would watch court TV, This would be it! We all did our best now it's up the judge. I hope he can feel our positive vibe in the letters. In reality it's really up to the OM! Only he can make it happen and turn this thing around. We will just be here to help him and to make sure Jamie puts her foot in his [not so fast, sparky] if he even thinks or looks funny from here on out!

you're looking Tuesday's hearings wheelie_king. at the top of the page click on "current day" - that will show you today's hearings. Scot will be in court not only today on one matter, but tomorrow on a different matter. tomorrow is his Preliminary Hearing for his recent arrest. today was a couple of different things that i won't bother you with the details of. you can dig around and find them.

[ May 01, 2006, 06:43 PM: Message edited by: TIM ]