Law enforcement and court records, Aug. 12

Lake County District Court, Judge

Christopher

presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Aug. 5.

-State of Montana vs. Debbie Marry-Hawkins; 23. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of aggravated assault, Count I, a felony and assault with a weapon, Count II, a felony. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. Attorney Robert Long requests the Defendant be released to attend in-patient treatment when a bed date becomes available. No objection by the State. Request granted. The Court sets this matter for omnibus hearing on Sept. 9 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Marc Friscia; 21. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of aggravated assault, Count I, burglary, Count III, felonies and partner or family member assault, Count II, and endangering welfare of children, Count IV, misdemeanors. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. The Court sets this matter for omnibus hearing on Aug. 19 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Justin Mark Seely; 42. The matter before the Court is sentencing. PSI has been received and reviewed. For the offense of criminal endangerment, a felony, Count I, the Court defers imposition of sentence for three years. For the offense of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor, Count II, the Court sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for six months all suspended with credit for time served of 35 days. The Defendant is to wear a SCRAM bracelet until he successfully completes chemical dependency treatment however if the Defendant cannot afford SCRAM it should not be a condition for revocation.

-State of Montana vs. Kevin Kenmille; 46. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, a misdemeanor. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. Parties are prepared for sentencing. For the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, a misdemeanor, the Court sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for a term of six months all suspended but 10 days with credit for time served of two days. The Defendant has three months to complete the eight remaining days of jail time.

-State of Montana vs. Chris Grenier; 21. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of sexual intercourse without consent, a felony. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. The Court sets this matter for omnibus hearing on Sept. 9 at 9 a.m.

Lake County District Court, Judge McNeil presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Aug. 4.

-State of Montana vs. Julie Smith; 41. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of criminal distribution of dangerous drugs, a felony, Count I. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. Defendant remains at liberty. Omnibus hearing is set for Sept. 8 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Pamela Butler; 44. The matter before the Court is sentencing on revocation. The Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for two years, no part of which is suspended. Defendant is to enter and complete Elkhorn Treatment Program followed by pre-release provided it meets with the approval of the DOC. Defendant is to receive credit for time while in custody. All previous conditions are re-imposed.

-State of Montana vs. Valerie Plant; 41. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fourth or subsequent offense, a felony, Count I and criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony, Count II. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. Defendant remains at liberty. Omnibus hearing is set for Sept. 8 at 9 a.m.

Justice Court, Judge Wall presiding

*The following justice court proceedings took place July 30-Aug. 5.

-Rickert, Emily Y.; 23. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $450 and 180 days in jail with 170 days suspended. Complete five days by July 1, five days deferred pending proof of valid DL by Nov. 1. Jail extended until Aug. 22. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - first offense. Fined $500 and 180 days in jail with 170 days suspended and six months of continuous coverage and additional five days jail suspended.

-Freeman, Matthew J.; 20. Hunt/trap/attempt to hunt/trap or possess game animal- deer/antelope/elk/mountain lion. Fined $300.

-Siegfried, Jennah L.; 20. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $150.

-Manire, Rusty J.; 33. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 178 days suspended. Completed Aug. 8. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - first offense. Fined $150.

-Olivar, Larry E. III; 40. Operate reckless/negligent manner to endanger life/limb/property. Fined $50 and 180 days in jail with 180 suspended.

Polson City Court, Judge Olson

presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place July 31-Aug. 6.

-Fritsch, Harry C. III; 59. Driving under the influence of alcohol - second offense. Fined $600 and seven days in jail with five days credited.

-Enyart, Anthony B.; 20. Speeding violation (day or night). Fined $50.

-Jones, Jay J.; 20. Criminal possession of drug paraphernalia. Fined $50 and 10 days in jail with 10 suspended.

-Compton, Jeffrey B.; 40. Disorderly conduct. Fined $60.

-Kern, Kelley L.; 54. Disorderly conduct. Fined $60.

-Simkins, Keith E.; 35. Driving under the influence of alcohol - first offense. Fined $400 and one day in jail. Operating with expired registration - failure to reregister. Fined $50. Careless driving. Fined $50.

-Burton, James R.; 72. ROW violation - fail to yield to vehicle on through highway. Fined $50.

-Rosenau, Tauni R.; 44. Partner or family member assault - first offense. Fined $400 and one day in jail.

-Dalke, Raymond L. Jr.; 20. Criminal possession of drug paraphernalia. Fined $150.

Booked into county jail

*Editor's note: The following people were booked into the county jail from Aug. 4-10 , but in most cases have not had a chance to enter a plea. They are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

-Snyder, Merlyn J. Jr.; 28. Arrested on site for criminal contempt, a misdemeanor.

-Azure, Twila D.; 49. Arrested on site for possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor (C); possession of dangerous drugs, a felony (B); obstructing a peace officer, a misdemeanor (D); and possession of dangerous drugs, a misdemeanor (B).

-Vanlear, Charles H.; 21. Arrested on site for issuing a bad check, a misdemeanor; and fail to appear, a misdemeanor.

-Ellenwood, Michael J.; 18. Arrested on a warrant for obstructing a peace officer, a misdemeanor (D); possess alcohol or intoxicant, a misdemeanor (E); out of county warrant, a misdemeanor; and two counts of criminal contempt.

-Powell, Raymond E.; 31. Arrested on a complaint for two out of county warrants, felonies.

Released from county jail

-Thompson, William P.; 40. Arrested on site for issuing a bad check, a misdemeanor.

-Rickert, Emily Y.; 23. Summoned/cited (no custody).

-Harrison, Keith C.; 22. Arrested on a warrant for criminal mischief, a misdemeanor; theft from buildings, a misdemeanor; theft from buildings, a felony; and burglary, residence, a felony.

-Hata, Dawn N.; 44. Arrested on site for resisting arrest, a misdemeanor (C); disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor (C); criminal mischief, a misdemeanor; and criminal trespass to property, a misdemeanor;

-Templer, William E.; 28. Arrested on site for no liability insurance, a violation; operate without required sticker, a violation; and DUI, a misdemeanor (B).

-Ritesman, Timothy E.; 41. Arrested on site for an out of county warrant, a misdemeanor.

Marriages

*The following marriages were completed from July 1-31.

-McElderry, Barbara D. - Peone, Howard D.; Souhrada, Tassie J. - Conley, Timothy J.; Stone, Nadine M. - DeGolier, Neil L.; Larson, Laura C. - Krahn, Brendon; Wiley, Rebecca L. - Meyer, Anthony R.; Fricker, Traci L. - Mayhew, Alexander J.; Sanchez, Vanessa R. - He Crow, Michael G. Jr.; Lowery, Lindsay L. - Tufly, Brian A.; Umbiraco, Kathryn M. - Knutson, Todd H.C.; Lee, Joanna J. - Lozar, Patrick S.; Postorino, Rebecca A. - Hall, Gary D.; Mladjan, Hannah M. - Caverly, Travis L.; Sheesley, Ruth E. - Reneau, Bret R.; Stefanatz, Carrie S. - Burnham, Thomas T.; Weishaar, Vicki M. - Lucas, Steven R.; Samsel, Lucinda D. - Pulse, Mikel G.; Stanfield, Pamela M. - Lavering, Eric M.; Peck, Emily K. - Johnson, Norman W.; Dobson, Leslie M. - Fansher, Adam C.; Harris, Stacy K. - Jackson, Andrew D.; Wilson, Dione B. - Nordby, Adam W.; Villalobos, Bethsaida M. - Johnson, Brandon W.; McKinney, Linda S. - Fritsch, Alan W.; Curtiss, Nicole J. - Miller, Sabian L.; Stidham, Darcy S. - McGee, Jerry L.; Billingsley, Tyler R. - Glosup, Casey A.; Prewett, Anna V. - Brewer, Garrett L.; Thompson, Jennifer J. - Starkel, Brandon E.; Oakes, Shannon M. - Lynch, Brian D.; Usher, Janette V. - Muth, Lonnie W.; Stevens, Kelly E. - Javanmardi, Riyaz S.

Divorces

*The following divorces were finalized from July 1-31.

-Phelps, Daniel E. - Phelps, Suzanne E. (Bender restored); Bjork, Gregory L. - Bjork, Catherine A.; Bays, Ralph E. - Bays, Jeannie L.; Joachim, David L. - Joachim, Lisa E. (Fredlund restored); Hovenkotter, Joseph P. - Hovenkotter, Roxanne; Elliott, Carl - Elliott, Cynthia M.; Jore, Benjamin D. - Jore, Julianne N. (Freeman restored); Rehbein, Cassidy L. - Rehbein, Tasha; Furshong, Jayme M. - Furshong, Ronni (Boyce restored).