Law enforcement and court records

Lake Country District Court, Judge McNeil presiding

*The follow district court proceedings took place on Aug. 31.

- State of Montana vs. Wayne Blickenstaff; This matter before the court is an omnibus hearing in DC-11-61 and answer petition to revoke in DC-10-78. The court has reviewed and accepts the plea agreement. Defendant admits committing the offense of Criminal Possession of Dangerous Drugs, a felony, counts I and II. The court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the defendant guilty of the charge. The trial date that is currently set in this matter is hereby vacated. The court finds the state provided sufficient evidence to support the petition and revokes the defendant’s deferred and suspended sentence. Sentencing is set for Wed. Oct. 26 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Douglas James Carnell; This matter before the court is a hearing on merits. The state calls: Amy Rehbein is sworn and testifies direct, cross, re-direct, no re-cross, witness may step down. The defense calls: Tracy Hunt is sworn and testifies, direct, cross, no re-direct, witness may step down. Mr. Steven Eschenbacher calls Douglas James Carnell is sworn and testifies, direct, cross, re-direct, no re-cross, defendant may step down. The Court finds that the State has satisfied the requirements to support the petition and revokes the Defendant’s suspended sentence. The sentencing on this matter is set for Wed. Sept. 8 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Matthew Julian Michel; This matter before the court is to answer a petition to revoke. Revocation Acknowledgement of rights ordered filed. Defendant ready to answer and denies all allegations. Mr. Eschenbacher requests Defendant to be released on his own recognizance. The state objects and request bond to be set at $5,000. Mr. Eschenbacher indicates willingness to work with state and requests bond to be set at $2,500. The court grants the defense’s request. The court sets hearing on merits for Wed., Sept. 14 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Christopher Morigeau; This matter before the court is arraignment. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charge of assault with weapon, a felony. Defendant remains at liberty. Omnibus hearing is set for Wed. Oct. 26 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Clifford Old-Horn; This matter before the court is sentencing. The court commits defendant to MSP for 100 years no part of which is suspended. Restitution ordered in the amount as set forth in the pre-sentence report. Any source of income while in prison will be applied toward restitution amount. State attorney Mitch Young requests defendant to serve 30 years before paroled as set forth in the pre-sentence report. The court refused to put a limit to parole time and leaves it in the discretion of MSP, but states that if Defendant is paroled all conditions in the pre-sentence investigation report are incorporated by reference.

Lake County District Court, Judge Christopher presiding

*The following district court proceedings took place on Sept. 1.

- State of Montana vs. Jeremiah Bird; This matter before the court is sentencing. Recommendations by counsel pursuant to plea agreement. Counsel Britt Cotter has objections to some of the conditions by the probation office. The court amends conditions 17 and 18 and strikes 31 and 32. The court defers imposition of sentence for four years. As conditions, the defendant is to serve 30 days LCJ to be served within 90 days. Defendant is to receive credit toward his jail time if he successfully completes inpatient chemical dependency and/or mental health treatment program. Defendant is ordered to pay the $1,000 fine along with all the surcharges and fees. All conditions of the plea agreement and all conditions by the probation office as amended by the Court is incorporated by reference.

- State of Montana vs. Brook Hovland-Burlington; This matter before the court is sentencing. The court commits defendant to DOC for placement in an appropriate correctional facility for 13 months. Upon successful completion the rest of the months shall be suspended. In addition the court recommends the defendant be committed to the DOC for a term of four years, all suspended and the four years shall run consecutive to the 13 months. The defendant is to pay a $1,000 fine and surcharges and follow all conditions in the plea agreement. All conditions in the plea agreement and all the conditions by the probation office as amended by the Court are incorporated by reference.

- State of Montana vs. Vernon Tenas; This matter before the court is arraignment. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of criminal production of manufacture of dangerous drugs, a felony. Omnibus hearing is set for Thu. Sept. 22 at 9 a.m. Jury trial is set for Mon. Nov. 7 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Teal Sherman-Irvine; This matter before the court is arraignment and a transfer hearing. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of sexual intercourse without consent, felonies, Counts I and II. The court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the defendant guilty of the charges. Omnibus hearing and transfer hearing are set for Thu. Sept. 22 at 9 a.m. Jury trial is set for Nov. 7 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Ashley Justive; This matter before the court is arraignment and a change of plea. The court orders the last time in court defendant went through a change of plea. The court orders defendant failed to appear at the last hearing. The state could file bail jumping charges but will not be filing them. Mr. Chest contests the court and indicates defendant has not had the opportunity to change her plea. Acknowledgement or Rights and Plea Agreement was filed Aug. 1. The court has reviewed and accepts the plea agreement. Defendant admits to committing the offenses 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. Sentencing is set for Thu. Oct. 6 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. William Pounds; This matter before the court is arraignment. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of assault with a weapon, felonies, counts I and II and criminal endangerment, a felony, Count III. Omnibus hearing is set for Thursday, Oct. 20 at 9 a.m. Jury Trial is set for Monday, Dec. 12 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Lisa Francis; This matter before the court is arraignment. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of criminal distribution of dangerous drugs, felonies, counts I and II. The court inquires and makes its findings, accepts the plea. Omnibus hearing is set for Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. Jury trial is set for Dec. 12, 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Aaron Acosta; This matter before the court is arraignment. Defendant pleads not guilty to the charges of aggravated assault, a felony, Count I and Partner or Family Member Assault, a misdemeanor, Count II. The court inquires and makes its findings, accepts the plea. Omnibus hearing is set for Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. Jury trial is set for Dec. 12, at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Melvin Fisher; This matter before the court is a petition to revoke. Revocation Acknowledgement of Rights is ordered filed. Defendant intends to admit some of the allegations. Defendant is sworn. The court finds the admissions are sufficient and the defendant’s suspended sentence is revoked. The parties are prepared for sentencing. The court commits defendant to DOC for seven years with two years suspended. As conditions, all original conditions are re-imposed. The Court recommends defendant be screened for placement at connections corrections and pre-release. The court orders defendant receive credit for time served while incarcerated.

- State of Montana vs. Robert Oliver; This matter before the court is to answer petition to revoke. Defendant intends to admit some of the allegations. Defendant denies all of the allegations in the report of violation dated Nov. 3, 2010 but makes admissions to report of violation dated Jan. 21. The court finds the admissions are sufficient and the defendant’s suspended sentence is revoked. The court commits defendant to DOC for five years. The Court does support the recommendation that defendant be considered for placement in connections corrections and pre-release. The court orders defendant receive credit for time served while incarcerated. In the event defendant is considered for an earlier release, all original conditions are re-imposed.

- State of Montana vs. Scott Barber; This matter before the court is a change of plea. Acknowledgement of Rights and Plea Agreement ordered filed. The court has reviewed and accepts the plea agreement. Defendant admits committing the amended offense of Criminal Endangerment. The Court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the defendant guilty of the charge. Sentencing is set for Oct. 20 at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Debra Bird; This matter before the court is a change of plea. Acknowledgement of Rights and Plea Agreement ordered filed. Defendant admits committing the amended offense of Criminal Endangerment. The court makes its findings and accepts the plea and finds the defendant guilty of the charge. Sentencing is set for Oct. 6, at 9 a.m.

- State of Montana vs. Cherish LaChance; This matter before the court is a change of plea. Defendant admits committing the alternative offense of operation of non commercial vehicle by person with alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more, fourth of subsequent offense, a felony, count I. The court makes its findings, accepts the plea and finds the defendant guilty of the charge. Sentencing is set for Oct. 6, at 9 a.m.

St. Ignatius City Court, Judge Olson presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place from Aug. 1 - Aug. 31.

- Hadley, Rodney.; 61. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $250 and six months in jail with six months suspended. Failure to carry proof or exhibit insurance – owner or operator – first offense. Fined $200 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

- Brazier, Allen.; 25. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

- Getz, William.; 63. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

- Bratislav, Krsic.; 40. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

- Hall, Maria.; Local Speed Violation. Bond of $60 forfeited.

- Froistad, Elise.; 50. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

- Elchman, David.; 65. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

- Brancati, Michael.; 57. Local Speed Violation. Bond of $75 forfeited.

Ronan City Court, Judge Bartels presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place from July 20 - Sept. 6.

- Penfield, Perry.; 32. Failure to carry proof of insurance or exhibit insurance in vehicle – first offense. Fined $100. Displaying license plates assigned to another vehicle. Fined $100.

- King, Anjuli.; 24. Following too closely. Fined $50.

- Orsburn, George.: 41. Operating with alcohol concentration of .08 BAC or greater – first offense. Reckless driving – first offense. Fined $300 and 90 days in jail with 90 days suspended.

- Teigen, Kimberly M.; 34. Driving under the influence of alcohol – second offense. Fined $300 and two days in jail with two days suspended.

- Cisney, Loletta.; 80. Careless Driving. Fined $50.

- Wilson, Tadd M.; 22. Operating without liability insurance in effect – first offense. Fined $250 with 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

- Lee, Mark.; 55. Failure to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle – owner or operator – first offense. 10 days in jail with 10 suspended.

- Snyder, Merylyn J.; 29. Operating without liability insurance in effect – third or subsequent offense. Drivers license suspended for six months and 180 days in jail with 175 suspended. Driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. Fined $250 and 180 days in jail with 177 days suspended.

- Mikesell, Jesse.; 28. Failure to carry proof or exhibit insurance in vehicle – owner or operator – second offense. Fined $350 and 10 days in jail with eight days suspended.

- Neiss, Cameron K.; 19. Following too closely. Deferred imposition of sentence. Fined $50.

- Fleming, Erin D.; 43. Following too closely. Deferred sentence. Fined $50.

- Lloyd, Martha L.; 77. Failure to yield to vehicle entering or crossing highway. Fined $50.

- Laue, Andrew.; 48. Exceeding restricted or special zone speed limit established by department. Bond forfeiture of $50.

- Bishara, Edwar A.; 44. Improper use of center lane of three-lane roadway. Bond forfeiture of $50.

- Carter, Cari L.; 25. Theft – obtain or exerts unauthorized control over property – first offense. Fined $100 and must pay restitution of $551.89 and six months in jail with six months suspended.

- Manlove, Courtney.; 23. Speeding in 25 MPH zone of urban district. Bond forfeiture of $100.

Polson City Court, Judge Olson presiding

*The following city court proceedings took place from Aug. 26 - Sept. 2.

-Wheeler, Colton J.; 21. Criminal possession of dangerous drugs – Marijuana (60 grams or less) – first offense. Fined $200 and one day in jail.

-Starkell, Joyce.; 62. Careless Driving. Deferred Sentence, fined $50.

- Fouty, Michael G.; 43. Driving under the influence of alcohol – first offense. Careless driving. Fined $65 and 10 days in jail with 10 days suspended.

Booked into county jail

*Editor’s note: The following people were booked into county jail from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2

- Dargan, Shelly R.; 25. Arrested on-site for no liability insurance, a violation, habitual offender, a violation, DUI, a misdemeanor and criminal contempt, a misdemeanor.

- Catterlin, Jeffery J.; 26. Arrested on-site for no proof of liability insurance, a violation, and driving while suspended or revoked, a violation.

- Desjarlais, Autumn S.; 34. Arrested on-site for possession of dangerous drugs, a felony and assault, simple, a felony.

- Clark, Robert A.; 28. Arrested on an out-of-country warrant, a misdemeanor.

Released from county jail

- Felsman, Ashley.; 25. Arrested on-site for probation violation, a felony.

- Coffman, Rebecca R.; 35. Arrested on a warrant for DUI with a BAC of .08 or greater, a misdemeanor, and two counts of criminal content, both misdemeanors.