Strike 3 Holdings Case
Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe8:26-cv-01142
Filed March 18, 2026 in the District of Maryland. If your ISP sent you a notice about this case, you have options — and deadlines.
Case Details
What This Case Means If You Received a Notice
Strike 3 Holdings filed this case against a “John Doe” defendant — identified only by an IP address — alleging BitTorrent downloads of its adult film content. After filing, Strike 3 asks the court for permission to subpoena the internet service provider behind that IP address to learn the subscriber's name and address.
This case was filed on March 18, 2026. Strike 3 typically obtains its ISP subpoena within two to six weeks of filing, which means the subscriber in this case likely received (or will receive) an ISP notice around April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026. The ISP letter usually gives you about 30 days before your identity is disclosed to Strike 3's lawyers — that window is when an attorney can do the most for you.
An IP address identifies an internet connection, not a person. Roommates, family members, guests, or even a neighbor on your Wi-Fi could be behind the alleged activity. That is one of several reasons these cases can often be resolved confidentially and without your name ever appearing in the public record.
Maryland is a high-volume state for Strike 3 Holdings filings. The District of Maryland regularly sees batches of new cases.
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Common Questions
I received a letter from my ISP about a subpoena. What does this mean?
This means Strike 3 Holdings has filed a federal lawsuit identifying your IP address and has obtained a court order requiring your internet service provider to reveal your identity. Your ISP is legally required to notify you before disclosing your information. You typically have a limited window — often 30 days — to take action before your identity is released to Strike 3.
What happens if I ignore a Strike 3 subpoena?
If you ignore the subpoena, your ISP will turn over your name and address to Strike 3 Holdings. They will then likely send you a settlement demand, typically for several thousand dollars. If you continue to ignore them, they may name you as a defendant in the lawsuit, which becomes part of the public record and can escalate the financial exposure significantly. Ignoring the situation does not make it go away.
How much does it cost to resolve a Strike 3 case?
Leonard offers flat-rate representation to settle Strike 3 cases for $1,500 to $2,500. This covers the full resolution of your case, including negotiation with Strike 3's attorneys. The exact fee depends on the specifics of your situation, which Leonard will discuss during your free consultation.
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