Law enforcement and court records

Help yourself by helping others

Now through Dec. 24, the Lake County Justice Court will accept non-perishable food items for the local food bank in lieu of money for up to $50 in credit towards outstanding fines. You may receive a credit of $5 for each non-perishable item up to $50 (10 items maximum). Of course, you can always donate more, but credit towards fines is limited.

Items needed in particular are: Canned goods, rice, pasta, flour, sugar, coffee, tea, etc. Make sure all items are non-perishable. The Court will not accept commodities or items obtained with food stamps or other government-assistance programs.

- courtesy of Chuck Wall

Lake County District Court, Judge

McNeil presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Dec. 8.

-State of Montana vs. Letitia Jolene Colon; 21. The matter before the Court is extradition. Defendant is advised of her rights to habeas corpus and to formal extradition proceedings. Defendant understands and waives formal extradition. Signed waivers are presented to the Court. If the Defendant has not been transported to State of Idaho by Dec. 22 at 9 a.m., the matter is to be brought to the Court’s attention.

-State of Montana vs. Wayne Blickenstaff; 21. The matter before the Court is sentencing. For the offense of partner or family member assault, first offense, a misdemeanor, Count I, the Defendant is sentenced to the LCJ for a term of one year with all suspended but 15 days. For the offense of partner or family member assault, second offense, a misdemeanor, Count III, the Defendant is sentenced to the LCJ for a term of one year with all that time suspended but 15 days. For the offense of criminal endangerment, a felony, Count II, the imposition of sentence is deferred for a period of five years. All sentences are to run concurrent to each other. The Defendant is to receive credit for time served of four days with a remaining total of 11 days to be served in the LCJ within three months of today’s date. The State advises that he will check and ensure that the Defendant receives an additional day to five days if indeed he has served five days.

-State of Montana vs. Jesse Padilla; 37. The matter before the Court is sentencing. For the offense of partner or family member assault, third offense, a felony, the Defendant is committed to the DOC for a period of three years with all that time suspended except for 40 days that have been served in the LCJ. For the offense of criminal mischief, a misdemeanor, Count V, the Defendant is sentenced to the LCJ for a term of six months with all that time suspended and to run concurrent to Count I. Attorney Britt Cotter requests the Defendant have SCRAM bracelet removed. No objection by the State. Request granted by the Court.

-State of Montana vs. Kyle Brown; 36. The matter before the Court is omnibus hearing. Omnibus hearing conducted. Jury trial is set for March 28, 2011 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Richard Downing; 19. The matter before the Court is omnibus hearing. Omnibus hearing conducted. Jury trial is set for Feb. 14, 2011 at 9 a.m. as previously ordered by the Court.

-State of Montana vs. Lawrence Russell Hunter, Jr.; 34. The matter before the Court is sentencing on revocation. The Court revokes the Defendant’s suspended sentence in this matter and sentences the Defendant to the Department of Corrections for a period of 12 years with all 12 years suspended. This suspended sentence is contingent on the Defendant remaining in and successfully completing his outpatient treatment program. Defendant is to receive credit serve while in custody and not on probation.

-State of Montana vs. Jessica Lozeau; 25. The matter before the Court is sentencing. In DC-09-26 the Defendant’s deferred sentence is revoked. The Defendant is sentenced to the Department of Corrections for a term of 10 years with five years suspended. This sentence shall run consecutive to the Sentence in DC-09-44 in Judge Christopher’s court as well as DC-10-97. In DC-10-97 for the offense of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for a term of five years with all that time suspended and is to run consecutive to DC-09-26 and DC-09-44. The Defendant is to receive credit for time in custody, but not for time on probation while not in custody.

Lake County District Court, Judge

Christopher

presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Dec. 9.

-State of Montana vs. Kevin Davis; 47. The matter before the Court is sentencing. The Court sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for six months with all suspended but time served on Count II; commits the Defendant to the DOC for five years with all suspended but time served on Count VI; and commits the Defendant to the DOC for five years with all suspended on Count VII. The sentence imposed on Count VI is to run concurrent to the sentence imposed on Count II, Count VII shall run consecutive to Count II and Count VI for a total sentence of 10 years to the DOC with all of that time suspended but time served. Defendant shall enroll in, pay for and successfully complete a mental health evaluation focusing on chemical dependency and anger management issues and shall follow all recommendations.

-State of Montana vs. Rena Dawn Dempsey; 30. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. The Court sets this matter for omnibus hearing on Dec. 30 at 9 a.m. and for jury trial on Feb. 7, 2011 at 9 a.m. The Court will issue a trial setting order. Based on the agreement of the parties, the request to reduce bail to O/R with all original conditions imposed is granted.

-State of Montana vs. Howard Kallowat; 55. The matters before the Court are change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony in DC-10-164. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. The Court finds the admissions in DC-03-43 are sufficient and the Defendant’s suspended sentence is revoked. Sentencing in both matters is set for Jan. 13, 2011 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Dacia Tonasket; 31. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the amended offense of criminal endangerment, a felony. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. Sentencing is set for Jan. 13, 2011 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Daniel O’Roake; 22. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the amended offense of assault, a misdemeanor. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. The Court dismisses Count II. The parties are prepared for sentencing. The Court sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for six months with time served imposed and Defendant is to receive credit for time served.

-State of Montana vs. Jason O’Canna; 44. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the amended offenses of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor, Count I, and criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a misdemeanor, Count II. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charges. The parties are prepared for sentencing. The Court sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for six months with all suspended on Count I and finds $500 and sentences the Defendant to the LCJ for six months with all suspended on Count II and fined $250. The sentence imposed on Count I is to run consecutive to the sentence imposed on Count II.

Justice Court, Judge Wall presiding

*The following justice court proceedings took place Dec. 3-9.

-McAdam, Eric M.; 22. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - third or subsequent offense. Fined $500 and 180 days in jail with 173 days suspended. Driving under the influence of alcohol - second offense. Fined $1,200 and 365 days in jail with 351 days suspended. Credited four days.

-Wright, Dennis T.; 22. Reckless driving. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 90 days suspended.

-Edgar, Stephen J.; 48. Reckless driving. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 89 days suspended.

-Campbell, Todd J.; 51. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 180 days suspended.

-Garrison, Joseph C.; 64. Fail to follow conditions and requirements of special permit. Fined $100.

-Lillethun, Craig A.; 58. Fail to follow conditions and requirements of special permit. Fined $100.

-Dohrendorf, John A.; 64. Reckless driving. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 90 days suspended.

-Kauffman, Kenneth G.; 58. Exceed 34,000 pound tandem axle weight limit. Fined $125.

-Porter, Jesse L.; 26. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $115.

-Tilley, Eric A.; 37. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $350 and 180 days in jail with 175 days suspended. Provide proof of reinstated driver’s license by Jan. 6, 2011 and fine reduced by $100 and jail reduced to two days. Operating with expired registration - failure to reregister. Fined $50.

-White, Glenn E.; 41. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired more than 180 days. Fined $100.

-Price, Linda J.; 62. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - first offense. Fined $150.

Polson City Court, Judge Olson

presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place Dec. 4-10.

-Dunlap, Heidi K.; 42. Disorderly conduct. Fined $75.

-Reum, Glenn J.; 56. Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent BAC or greater - first offense. Fined $200 and two days in jail with two days suspended. Fail to dim within 1,000 feet of oncoming traffic. Fined $50.

-Duford, Ryley W.; 20. Fraudulently misrepresent age/procure ID card to obtain alcoholic beverages (over age 18) - first offense. Fined $100.

-Loring, Laura H.; 54. Obstructing a peace officer or other public servant. Fined $250. Theft - obtain or exerts unauthorized control over property - first offense. Fined $400 and one day in jail.

-Dubiel, Adam R.; 24. Criminal trespass to vehicles. Fined $150.

-McDonald, Shayla; 18. Possessing intoxicating substances while under the age of 21 (over age 18) - first offense. Fined $100.

-Hoskinson, James; 18. Possessing intoxicating substances while under the age of 21 (over age 18) - first offense. Fined $100.

Ronan City Court, Judge Bartels

presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place Dec. 7-14.

-Driscoll, Timothy; 55. Reckless driving. Fined $900 and 90 days in jail with 90 days suspended.

-Figueroa, Manuel; 56. Speeding - exceed restricted/special zone speed limit established by department. Fined $60.

-Watts, Donald; 30. Reckless driving. Fined $300.

-Robinson, Mark; 27. Fail to carry/display registration receipt as required. Fined $50.

-Smith, Donna; 44. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $150 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Wilber, William; 19. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - owner or operator - first offense. Fined $250. Speeding - exceed restricted/special zone speed limit established by department. Fined $50.

Booked into

county jail

*Editor’s note: The following people were booked into the county jail from Dec. 8-14, but in most cases have not had a chance to enter a plea. They are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

-Johnson, John M.; 61. Arrested on site for disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor; and assault, simple, a misdemeanor.

-Wright, Paulette M.; 27. Arrested on site.

-Kinyon, Josiah J.; 20. Arrested on site for two counts of possession of dangerous drugs, felonies; and possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor.

-Mixon, Summer N.; 20. Arrested on site for DUI per se, a violation.

-Mielke, Donald R.; 22. Arrested on site for criminal contempt, a misdemeanor.

Released from

county jail

-Gonzales, David N.; 34. Arrested on site for partner family member assault - minor injured/physical contact, a misdemeanor.

-Hout, Ronald W. Jr.; 40. Arrested on a warrant for criminal contempt, a felony.