I agree @rutheniumjuice this story is heartbreaking...
The Ulbricht's need to learn and invoke their Fundamental Rights/Human Rights and bring an Administration of Justice Claim against the government instead of appealing a statutory claim.
Ross was charged under Statutory law.
Fundamental Rights are common law which is the highest form of law.
Learn your Rights
https://steemit.com/law/@healthiswealth/do-you-know-your-human-rights