Law enforcement and court records

Lake County District Court, Judge McNeil presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Jan. 12.

-State of Montana vs. Tillian Gonzales; 27. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of money laundering, a felony. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. Defendant remains at liberty. Omnibus hearing is set for March 9 at 9 a.m. The Court executes a trial setting order setting this matter for trial on May 16 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Elizabeth Salway; 23. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of forgery, a felony. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. PSI is ordered. Sentencing is set for Feb. 16 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. James Adams; 52. The matters before the Court are change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of assault with a weapon, a felony, Count I in DC-10-69 and enters and Alford plea and in DC-10-70 admits committing the offense of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fourth or subsequent offense, a felony. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charges. The Court grants the State’s motion to dismiss Count II in DC-10-69. PSI is ordered. Sentencing is set for Jan. 26 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Grady Sullivan; 34. The matter before the Court is hearing on merits. Attorney Ashley Young indicates the Defendant is prepared to make some admissions today. Defendant is sworn. The Court finds the admissions are sufficient and the Defendant’s deferred sentence is revoked. The parties are prepared for sentencing. The Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for 10 years with eight years suspended to be placed in an appropriate correctional facility to be determined by DOC. Defendant is to receive credit for all time spent in custody. The Court recommends the Defendant be considered for placement in Connections Corrections and pre-release providing it meets with the approval of the DOC. All original conditions are re-imposed.

Lake County District Court, Judge Christopher presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place Jan. 13.

-State of Montana vs. Howard Kallowat; 55. The matter before the Court is sentencing on revocation and sentencing. For the offense of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, Count I, a felony, in DC-10-164, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for one year all suspended consecutive to DC-03-43. In DC-03-43, for the offense of criminal endangerment, Count I, a felony and driving under the influence of alcohol, Count II, a felony, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for a term of three years. In DC-03-43, previous conditions are reimposed.

-State of Montana vs. Dacia Tonasket; 32. The matter before the Court is sentencing. PSI has been received and reviewed. For the amended offense of criminal endangerment, a felony, the Court defers imposition of sentencing for a period of three years. In addition, the Defendant shall serve 20 days in the LCJ with credit for time served.

-State of Montana vs. Nathen Russell; 20. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, a felony, Count I. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. PSI ordered. Sentencing is set for Feb. 17 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Alex Jungwirth; 26. The matter before the Court is change of plea. Defendant admits committing the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, a felony, Count I, and habitual traffic offender operating a motor vehicle, a misdemeanor, Count III. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the Defendant guilty of the charge. PSI ordered. Sentencing is set for Feb. 17 at 9 a.m.

-State of Montana vs. Robert Templer; 41. The matter before the Court is sentencing. For the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Count I, a felony, in DC-10-6, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for a term of 13 months and for the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Count I, a felony, in DC-10-106, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for five years all suspended on the condition the Defendant successfully competes the residential alcohol treatment program.

-State of Montana vs. Jonas Buckman; 28. The matter before the Court is sentencing. For the offense of negligent vehicular assault, Count I, a felony, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for a term of 10 years with five suspended and accidents involving death or personal injury, Count II, a felony, the Court commits the Defendant to the DOC for a term of five years with all suspended.

-State of Montana vs. George Evans; 42. The matter before the Court is arraignment. Ready to enter plea, Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of aggravated assault, Count I, criminal endangerment, Count II, felonies, partner family member assault, Count III, a misdemeanor, partner family member assault, Count IV, partner family member assault, Count V, felonies, and criminal mischief, a misdemeanor, Count VI. The plea is entered and the case will be set for trial. Attorney Steve Eschenbacher at this time requests a bond reduction to $10,000. State objects. Request denied. The Court sets this matter for omnibus hearing on March 17 at 9 a.m. and jury trial on April 11 at 9 a.m.

Justice Court, Judge Wall presiding

*The following justice court proceedings took place Jan. 7-13.

-Crookshanks, Stephanie L.; 24. Reckless driving. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 89 suspended.

-Garnache, Robert R.; 36. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $250.

-Wippert, Heather O.; 30. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - first offense. Fined $150. Speeding - exceed restricted/special zone speed limit established by department. Fined $60.

-Bick, Troy J.; 23. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 180 days suspended.

-Potasky, Paul; 37. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $150 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended. Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent BAC or greater - first offense. Fined $400 and 180 days in jail with 180 days suspended.

-Kurpius, Kayla M.; 22. Careless driving. Fined $50.

-Snyder, Merlyn J.; 55, Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent BAC or greater - first offense. Fined $400 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Allensworth, Pamela K.; 44. Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent BAC or greater - first offense. Fined $400 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Grudzien, Rebecca L.; 54. Driving under the influence of alcohol - first offense. Fined $400 and 365 days in jail with 364 days suspended; completed on Jan. 13.

-Sandberg, Matthew C.; 19. Criminal mischief - misdemeanor. Fined $115.

-Roloff, Michael L.; 27. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $250.

-Penfield, Perry J.; 32. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 178 days suspended. Provide proof of valid DL by Feb. 7 and jail waived.

-Necessary, Paul D.; 61. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $50.

-Smith, Ty M.; 19. Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.02 percent BAC under 21 years of age - first offense. Fined $125. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $250. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired less than 180 days. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 180 days suspended.

-Myers, Murnice E.; 53. Driving without a valid driver’s license - expired more than 180 days. Fined $50. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $150.

-Cowen, Eddie R.; 26. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - first offense. Fined $150.

-Curry, Katie M.; 27. Endangering welfare of a child - first violation. Fined $100 and 180 days in jail with 180 days suspended.

-Sheumaker, Teresa; 39. Obstructing a peace officer or other public servant. Fined $200.

Polson City Court, Judge Olson presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place Jan. 8-14.

-Lynn, Tahnyia M.; 40. Negligent endangerment (substantial risk - death/serious bodily injury) - misdemeanor. Fined $1,000 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Ellenwood, Christopher R. Jr.; 20. Reckless driving - first offense. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 90 days suspended.

-Couch, Jeremiah J.; 29. Disorderly conduct. Fined $60. Partner or family member assault - first offense. Fined $400 and one day in jail.

Ronan City Court, Judge Bartels presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place Dec. 21-Jan. 10.

-Padilla, Jesse C.; 37. Operating without liability insurance in effect - first offense. Fined $250.

-Morgan, Jonathon; 27. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - owner or operator - first offense. Fined $250 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Hout, Amanda; 21. Operating without liability insurance in effect - second offense. Fined $350 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

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

-Schlaugat, Michael; 55. Operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent BAC or greater - first offense. Fined $600 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Biedermann, Travis C.; 20. Fail to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle - owner or operator - first offense. Fined $250 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

-Randall, Justin R.; 29. Disorderly conduct. Fined $50 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended. Criminal possession of dangerous drugs - marijuana (less than 60 grams) - first offense. Fined $100 and six days in jail with five days suspended; credited one day.

Booked into county jail

*Editor’s note: The following people were booked into the county jail from Jan. 12-18, but in most cases have not had a chance to enter a plea. They are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

-Evanow, Dustin L.; 25. Arrested on site for probation violation, a misdemeanor.

-Wilson, Tadd M.; 21. Arrested on site for partner family member assault - reasonable apprehension, a misdemeanor.

-Haun, Patrick A.; 47. Arrested on site for criminal mischief, a misdemeanor; and disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor.

-Thorne, Walter E.; 45. Arrested on site for issuing a bad check, a misdemeanor.

-Starkel, Zachary M.; 27. Arrested on site.

-Lafley, Clarence M.; 46. Arrested on site for DUI, a felony.

-Mitchell, Anne C.; 35. Arrested on site for probation violation, a felony.

-Thole, Kimberly; 45. Arrested on site for TRO violation, a misdemeanor.

-Mathewson, Roseanna J.; 31. Arrested on site for parole violation, a felony.

Released from county jail

-Dowdall, Joseph J.; 50. Arrested on site for TRO violation, a misdemeanor.

-Schmitz, Jolene P.; 28. Arrested on site for DUI, a misdemeanor.

-Blickenstaff, Wayne L.; 21. Arrested on site for probation violation, a misdemeanor.

-James, Warren E.; 28. Arrested on site for criminal contempt, a misdemeanor.

-Jennison, Lenard S.; 35. Arrested on site for no valid driver’s license, a misdemeanor; fail to remain at an accident scene, a misdemeanor; and DUI, a misdemeanor.

-Haun, Patrick A.; 47. Arrested on site for criminal mischief, a misdemeanor; and disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor.