Daviess County Courthouse News (6-16-2010)

Before Judge Daniel Chadwick on July 8, the following cases were heard:

Donald Lee Corbin plead guilty to misdemeanor sexual misconduct first degree. The sentence assessment report was waived, and he was sentenced to one year in the regional jail, execution of sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for two years and is required to register as a sexual offender. He is also to serve 30 days shock incarceration, 10 days consecutive and 20 days on weekends.

A bench trial for Stuart Ware Ross was set for July 9 on four felony charges of possession of controlled substance and one of possession of drug paraphernalia.

A change of venue to Caldwell County was granted to Jason S. Hines on three counts of statutory rape, one count furnishing pornographic material to a minor, and one count child molestation second degree.

A jury trial for Margo W. Smith was set for Oct. 19 for felony passing bad checks.

Based on a plea agreement, Jordan M. Briley plead guilty to felony passing bad checks. The sentence assessment report was waived by the defendant. Imposition of sentence was suspended and he was placed on five years probation.

A jury trial for Jason A. Short was set for Sept. 28-29 on charges of child molestation first degree, statutory sodomy and sexual misconduct. Motion for bond reduction was denied.

A jury trial for Jana R. Bell was set for July 22-23 on charges of arson and burglary second degree. Motion for bond reduction was denied.

Joshua N. Brown plead guilty to resisting arrest and driving while revoked, based on a plea agreement. The sentence assessment report was waived. He was sentenced to three years on the first count, to run consecutive to sentencing in a Livingston County case, and 10 days on the second count with credit for time served.

A change of venue to Caldwell County was granted to Jeremy A. Knight on two counts of burglary, two counts of stealing, and two counts of property damage.

Motions for bond reduction was granted to Anthony P. Blurton and to Charlie H. Plunkett III.

Before Judge James Valbracht on June 14, Brett T. Marshall was sentenced to five years in the Department of Corrections for felony DWI, execution of sentence suspended. He was placed on five years probation and is to be connected to SCRAM for one year. Sixty days of shock jail time will begin July 6, and he will be granted work release Monday through Friday. For misdemeanor driving while revoked, he was sentenced to two days shock jail time with credit for time served. Sentences are to run consecutively.

Daviess County charges against Teresa S. Schlemminger were dismissed. She has been sentenced to seven years concurrent on two DeKalb County charges of attempted distribution of controlled substance, and to seven years for possession of controlled substance in Caldwell County. The DeKalb County and Caldwell County sentences will run consecutively.

Civil cases filed: ARC Construction vs. Natale and Kimberly Conforti, mechanics lien; St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas vs. Lonnie M. Norris, suit on account;

Shelly R. Sandridge vs. Christopher A. Sandridge, dissolution of marriage; Kevin Waterbury vs. Rachel Waterbury, dissolution of marriage;

State of Missouri ex rel has filed certificates of lien, DOR, taxes, against each of the following: Clay Auction LLC, Sidney Martin, and DK Asset Holding Corp.

Associate Division

Defendants found guilty in the Associate Division of the Circuit Court of Daviess County are listed below with the offense and fine assessed. Additionally, court costs collected for the State of Missouri amount to $68.50 for moving traffic violations and $116.50 in most criminal cases. Judge Daren Adkins presided over these cases.

Wesley R. Williams, Grandview, no valid license, 48 hours jail, $25; failure to display registration, $28.50; no insurance, $103.50.

Nicholas Milbourn, St. Joseph, possession of marijuana, six days jail, $25; possession of paraphernalia, two days jail, $25.

Kaitlynn M. Lee, Bethany, minor in possession of liquor, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, 30 hours community service.

Brooke J. Magee, Bethany, minor in possession of liquor, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, 30 hours community service.

James E. Sayles, Liberty, possession of drug paraphernlia, $150.

Marty L. Goerne, Jamesport, driving while revoked, five days jail (board bill paid by defendant); no insurance, $103.50; speeding $88.50.

Fredrick V. Imgarten, Trenton, driving while intoxicated, $350, 24 hours jail, board bill paid by defendant; speeding, $88.50.

Roland Finger, St. Louis, driving while revoked amended to no valid license, 13 days jail, $25.

Tesla Davis, Altamont, possession of drug paraphernalia, $150.

John O. Reeter, Dawn, driving while intoxicated, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, 24 hours shock jail.

Mitchell H. Renouf, Winston, domestic assault amended to peace disturbance, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, 48 hours shock jail.

Davie L. Pierson, Lock Springs, fishing without permit, $21.

Haley J. Slessman, Pattonsburg, speeding, suspended imposition of sentence, two years probation, 30 hours community service.

Municipal Division

Court cost for moving violation $32.50; non-moving $29.50.

Speeding: Calvin J. Horvatin, Gallatin, $42.50; Kyle J. Marcolla, Chillicothe, $57.50; Chris L. Vanderau, Cameron, $57.50; John R.Wilbur, Spickard, $42.50; Hollee M. Harville, Trenton, $42.50; Gabriel D. Martin, Jamesport, $88.50; Lillia Alfaro, Homer Len, IL, $58.50; Chris L. Vanderau, Cameron, $57.50; John R. Wilbur, Spickard, $42.50; Timmy L. Suggs, Altamont, $27.50.

No seat belt: Michael A. Stanturf, Princeton, $10; John C. Agenstein, Gallatin, $10.

No Child Restraint: Elysia N. Goodman, Gallatin, $27.50.

C & I: Arther L. Massey, Gallatin, $47.50.

C & I amended to defective equipment: Michael S. Clark, Agency, $150.

Speeding amended defective equipment: Lea A. Norris, Chillicothe, $150.

Failed to stop at posted stop sign: Ronald G. Wilson, Gallatin, $27.50; Christine E. Moulton, Gallatin, $27.50; Nikkiea T. Stief, Hamilton, $27.50; Nikkiea T. Stief, Hamilton, $27.50.

No valid license amended to defective equipment: Charles J. McVickers, Independence, $150.

Parking in handicapped without permit: Randy Comstock, Gallatin, $50.

Brandon J. Archer, Winston, failed to register $47.50, no insurance $25, speeding $27.50.

Amanda J. Robertson, Gallatin, failed to have child in child restraint system, two counts, $27.50 each.

Angelia M. Rainey, Gallatin, dog at large $7.50, and no city dog license, $7.50.

Jamie J. Jones, Gallatin, trespassing, SIS probation.

Bradley M. Swindler, Cameron, trespassing, SIS probation.

Benjamin P. Mattis, Gallatin, burning solid waste in open burn pit $25, and burning waste that caused noxious odor.

Natilee J. Cranmer, Pattonsburg, speeding in school zone $47.50, and failed to stop for stop sign in school zone $27.50.

Julie K. Caldwell, Maysville, left scene of traffic accident, SIS, 1 year court supervised probation and full restitution.

Traffic Fines

The following are traffic cases which were heard in the Circuit Court of Daviess County involving a plea of guilty without contest and payment by mail of the standard fine plus court costs. The total fines assessed for defendants who reside outside of Missouri was $1034.50 for 14 cases. The total fines assessed for defendants who reside in Missouri was $1132.50 for 18 cases. Court costs collected for the State of Missouri amount to $58.50 for moving traffic violations. Missouri defendants, offenses and fines are listed below:

Speeding: James K. Brazzell, Chillicothe, $58.50; Christina L. Hare, Kansas City, $58.50; Ethan L. Yates Jr., Kansas City, $88.50; Sheila K. Carter, Kansas City, $88.50; Christopher Hardy, Kansas City, $118.50.

No Seat Belt: Debra L. Lawson, Kansas City, $10; Judy J. Silkwood, Braymer, $10; Angela F. Kennedy, Kansas City, $10.

Failed to register motor vehicle with DOR: Michael G. Potter, N. Kansas City, $38.50.

Following another too closely: Tracy E. King, Gallatin, $103.50.

Vision reducing material: Cynthia A. Hatch, Adrian, $28.50; Megan N. Sperry, Kansas City, $28.50; Richard J. Mitchell III, Smithville, $28.50.

Failed to display valid plates: Patricia M. Barnett, Bethany, $28.50.

Careless and Imprudent: Michael D. Goerne, Jamesport, $48.50.

Speeding amended to defective equipment: Michael S. Cosens, Rayville, $200.

Timothy Harrington, Kansas City, failed to register vehicle with DOR $38.50, and speeding $88.50.

Civil Court

Suits on account: Default judgments were entered for Midwestern Health and against Joshua and Brenda Clevenger; and for Midwestern Health and against Douglas C. Sloan.

Small Claims: A default judgment was entered for Denton Clark and against William Dale Snyder.

Marriage

Daniel Joe Greene and Ronda Delaine Craig, both of Altamont, were married June 10 by Judge Daren Adkins.

County Commission

James Lewis, road and bridge supervisor, reported that they are making repairs when possible this week. They also discussed the various sites that have been reported in the past week and how to make repairs.

Lawrence Curtis, Liberty Township landowner, met with the commission concerning a drainage problem reported last week. The township will make repairs when the weather permits.

Wesley Harms, Jefferson Township landowner, reported a dangerous situation along a roadway caused by Grindstone Creek eroding the creek bank. He suggested a warning sign for traffic. The commissioners will have James Lewis post the site.

The commission inspected the building on Johnson Street leased by Access II, finding that various repairs are needed. They will meet with the Access II board to discuss necessary actions.

Alan Bradford, Conservation Agent, met with the commission regarding illegal dumping sites. He will investigate the reported sites.

In the afternoon, the commission inspected road drainage problems and brush in Lincoln, Washington, Liberty and Harrison Townships.

David Cox moved to accept the proposal from Andy Schwartz for mortar work on the dome area. Danny Heldenbrand seconded. Cox – yes; Heldenbrand – yes; Critten – yes. An agreement was executed for that purpose.

These are the unapproved minutes of June 14, 2010. All commissioners were present.

Sheriff’s Office

Damian M. Kirk, Turney, was arrested June 8 in Clinton County on a Daviess County warrant for domestic assault second degree, class C felony.

Nickolas A. Peters, 21, Paola, Kan., was arrested June 11 for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. He is being held on $750 bond.

A burglary was reported June 4 at the residence of Tammy L. Smith and Cindy K. Gettel, on 190th Street. A side door had been forced open. Many items were taken, including a big screen TV, a camera, guitar, camcorder, and computer. The total value of stolen items is estimated to be over $9,000. The burglary occurred sometime between 6:30 p.m. on June 1 and 8:30 p.m. on June 4.

Recorder’s Office

Marriage licenses issued: Daniel Lucas Wilson and Stephanie Ann Lewis, both of Gallatin; Gregory Alan Lee and Cynthia Ann Rairden, both of Jameson; Dale Ray Curtis and Nicole Lea Albrecht, both of Gallatin.

Land Transfers

Warranty Deeds

Lake Viking lot #S-106 from Sharon I. Lutter to Pamela L. Huston, trustee of the Pamela L. Huston trust under trust agreement; tract in Union Township from Billy and Debbie Breeden to Dennis and Cheryl Clawson; tract in Colfax Township from Kenneth and Tammy Baldwin to Miles Adam Baldwin; tract in Salem Township from Phyllis A. Adams to Phyllis A. Adams, trustee of the Phyllis A. Adams revocable trust; Lake Viking lot #1103 from Joey and Elizabeth Miller to Kevin James Lane; Lake Viking lot #3098-C from Tammy S. Richard and Stephen Aleander to Donald and Jody Odette; lot in Gallatin from Bernie Jr. and Alexandra Cabra to Jonathon and Elizabeth Lawinger.

Beneficiary Deeds

Lot and partial lot in Gallatin from Mildred B. Mooney to Linda Algozzini and Raymond Mooney, an undivided one-half interest each, LDPS.

Quit Claim Deeds

Lot and partial lots in Jameson from Justin M. Acheson and Timothy H. Acheson as joint tenants and not as tenants in common to Marvin and Linda Landes, trustees of the Marvin L. Landes and Linda K. Landes revocable trust; tract in Sheridan Township from Jennifer Dickson to Ronald Dickson; tract in Colfax Township from Wanda I. Davis to Kenneth E. Archer, Brandon Archer, and Amber Archer.