Strike 3 Holdings Colorado Lawsuit Trends: May–October 2026
Are Strike 3 Holdings Colorado lawsuits increasing?
Yes. Based on the dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026, Strike 3 Holdings, LLC filed 50 federal lawsuits in Colorado between May 3 and November 2, 2026, up 31.6% from 38 in the prior six months.
- Every case was filed in Denver in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado.
- Filings came in one batch a month, from 4 cases in August to 13 in June. The latest batch, 10 cases, was filed October 27, 2026.
- The court has been granting early ISP subpoenas within days of each request.
If your internet provider sent you a letter about a Strike 3 Holdings case in Colorado, this report shows how often these cases are being filed, how the Denver court is handling them, which providers are involved, and what usually comes next. Call or tap (312) 201-8310 for a free, confidential consultation with Torrent Defenders®, a practice of Antonelli Law®, or request a consultation online.
How many Strike 3 Holdings Colorado lawsuits were filed from May to October 2026?
Strike 3 Holdings filed 50 Colorado federal lawsuits from May 3 to November 2, 2026, based on the dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026. That compares with 38 cases in the prior six months (November 2025 to May 2, 2026), an increase of 31.6%.
Strike 3 Holdings filed one batch each month: 12 cases on May 22, 13 on June 17, 6 on July 16, 4 on August 17, 5 on September 18 and 10 on October 27. No new Colorado cases were filed on November 1–2.
| Court | Prior six months | May 3 – Nov. 2, 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Colorado (Denver, 1:) | 38 | 50 | +31.6% |
Source: federal court dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026. Counts are cases with Strike 3 Holdings, LLC as plaintiff, by filing date. The earliest prior-period Colorado filing in the dockets reviewed was November 21, 2025.
How did the monthly filings break down?
| Month | Filing date | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| May 3–31, 2026 | May 22 | 12 |
| June 2026 | June 17 | 13 |
| July 2026 | July 16 | 6 |
| August 2026 | August 17 | 4 |
| September 2026 | September 18 | 5 |
| October 2026 | October 27 | 10 |
| November 1–2, 2026 | — | 0 |
Source: federal court dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026.
For comparison, the prior six months ran Nov. 21–30, 2025: 11, December 2025: 3, January 2026: 4, February 2026: 11, March 2026: 5, April 2026: 4.
For the newest batch, see our guide to the October 27, 2026 Colorado filings.
How is the Denver federal court handling Strike 3 Holdings cases?
The District of Colorado follows a consistent pattern in these cases:
- Referral to a magistrate judge. Within a few days of filing, the case is referred to a magistrate judge. In the cases we reviewed, Judge John L. Kane referred the case to Magistrate Judge Cyrus Y. Chung to handle pretrial matters.
- Fast early subpoenas. Strike 3 Holdings then asks for leave to serve a subpoena on the internet provider before the Rule 26(f) conference, under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(d)(1). The court granted these motions “for good cause shown” within about one to eight days: May 12–14 for the May batch, June 3–8 and June 30–July 1 for the June batch, July 28 for the July batch, September 2 for the August batch, and September 30–October 2 for the September batch. The subpoena itself is issued under Rule 45.
- More time to serve. The court repeatedly extended Strike 3 Holdings’ deadline to serve the defendant under Rule 4(m), including on May 26 and 28, June 22, July 28, August 24 and 27, and September 16 and 18, 2026. One September 18 order set a new service deadline of November 14, 2026.
- An amended complaint. In 1:26-cv-01117, filed before the period began, Strike 3 Holdings filed an amended complaint on July 20, 2026, and a summons was issued the next day. On July 27 the court allowed the unredacted amended complaint, summons and return of service to be filed as restricted documents, so the name is not on the public docket. The court later extended the time to respond in that case on August 12.
- A dismissal. Strike 3 Holdings filed a notice of voluntary dismissal with prejudice in 1:26-cv-02699 on September 30, 2026, shortly after its service deadline had been extended.
Our docket searches for May 3 to November 2, 2026 found no orders to show cause, severance orders, sanctions orders, default judgments or motions to quash in Colorado Strike 3 Holdings cases. Only one Colorado amended complaint was filed in the period, and its unredacted version is restricted, so there is no amended complaint to post.
Which internet providers appear in the Colorado cases?
We reviewed the Exhibit A for the 10 Colorado cases filed on October 27, 2026 (1:26-cv-05553 through 1:26-cv-05570). Exhibit A is the document attached to the complaint that lists the IP address, the approximate location, the internet provider, and the works Strike 3 Holdings says were shared.
| Internet provider | Cases | Share | Our guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 6 | 60% | ISP letter guide |
| Comcast Cable (Xfinity) | 3 | 30% | Comcast Xfinity letters |
| Starry | 1 | 10% | ISP letter guide |
Source: Exhibit A to each complaint. The location and provider reflect the IP address, not a named person.
CenturyLink appeared in 6 of the 10 cases, Comcast Cable in 3 and Starry in 1. Exhibit A locations were Denver (7), Colorado Springs (2) and Parker (1). The number of works listed per case ranged from 24 to 100, with a median of about 40. See the Antonelli Law ISP subpoena defense page for more on each provider’s notice.
What Colorado Strike 3 Holdings news came out from May to November 2026?
- October 28, 2026: we published our guide to the 10 new Colorado cases filed October 27.
- October 27, 2026: Strike 3 Holdings filed 10 Colorado cases, its largest Colorado batch since June.
- September 30, 2026: Strike 3 Holdings voluntarily dismissed a June case with prejudice.
- July 20–27, 2026: an amended complaint was filed in an earlier case, with the unredacted version restricted from public view.
- June 17, 2026: Strike 3 Holdings filed 13 Colorado cases, the largest batch of the period.
- June 15, 2026: nationally, 404 Media reported that a federal judge in California let Strike 3 Holdings’ case against Meta Platforms go forward. That case does not change the process for Colorado subscribers.
What does this mean if you received an ISP letter in Colorado?
A letter from your internet provider means the court has allowed Strike 3 Holdings to ask for the name and address on your account. It does not mean you have been found responsible for anything.
- Note the deadline. Your letter gives the date the provider plans to release your information. In Colorado the subpoena is usually approved within days of filing, so the letter can arrive soon after the case starts.
- Do not contact Strike 3 Holdings yourself. Anything you say can be used in the case.
- Do not ignore it. Our ISP letter guide, 2026 subpoena guide and guide on ignoring a subpoena walk through each step. Antonelli Law also explains motions to quash in BitTorrent cases and what happens if your ISP released your name.
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Frequently asked questions about Strike 3 Holdings Colorado lawsuits
Do I need a Colorado lawyer for a Strike 3 Holdings case?
No. Strike 3 Holdings Colorado lawsuits are federal copyright cases. Antonelli Law® handles Strike 3 Holdings matters in federal courts nationwide, including the District of Colorado, and you can work with us by phone, email, and secure upload without visiting an office.
How many Strike 3 Holdings lawsuits were filed in Colorado from May to October 2026?
Based on the dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026, Strike 3 Holdings filed 50 Colorado federal lawsuits from May 3 through November 2, 2026, compared with 38 in the prior six months, a 31.6% increase.
Which court handles Strike 3 Holdings cases in Colorado?
All 50 cases in the latest six months were filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado in Denver, with docket numbers beginning “1:”. In the cases we reviewed, Judge John L. Kane referred the case to Magistrate Judge Cyrus Y. Chung, who handles the early motions.
How quickly does the Colorado court allow the ISP subpoena?
Quickly. In the cases we reviewed, the court granted Strike 3 Holdings’ motion to serve an early subpoena on the internet provider within about one to eight days after the motion was filed.
Did any Colorado cases reach the amended-complaint stage?
Yes, one. In 1:26-cv-01117, Strike 3 Holdings filed an amended complaint on July 20, 2026, and the court allowed the unredacted version, which identifies the subscriber, to be filed as a restricted document. That case was filed before the six-month period began.
What if I did not download anything?
The person who pays for the internet account is not always the person who used it. Shared Wi-Fi, roommates, guests and family members are common in these cases. That difference can matter a great deal, and it is worth discussing in a free, confidential consultation before you respond to anyone.
Related reading
- Strike 3 Holdings Colorado: the October 27, 2026 filings
- Strike 3 Holdings September 2026 filings
- The mid-August 2026 filing wave
- Strike 3 Holdings Comcast Xfinity letters
- Strike 3 Holdings ISP letter guide
- Strike 3 Holdings subpoena guide for 2026
- Should I ignore a Strike 3 Holdings subpoena?
- How an anonymous resolution works
- Will my name become public?
- Strike 3 Holdings FAQ
Court website: District of Colorado. Statute: 17 U.S.C. § 504.
Data note: counts and rulings in this report are based on the federal dockets reviewed as of November 3, 2026. Docket descriptions vary by court, so some entries may be described differently than shown here. Published November 3, 2026.
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