The following cases were heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Rebecca Suzanne McGinley at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri, Thursday, March 23, 2023:
State vs. Amber Loretta Dawson – Initial Appearance on Infraction of Driver/Front Seat Passenger Failed To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Defendant posted $10 bond for seat belt violation. Use bond money to dispose of case.
State vs. Wallace Milton Fox – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 6-10 Mph). Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for April 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. for Bond Forfeiture Hearing.
State vs. Elizabeth Marie Merriett – Criminal Motion Hearing on Misdemeanor. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond set $500 cash only.
State vs. Arvelle Ray Smith – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for April 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. for Bond Forfeiture Hearing.
State vs. Arvelle Ray Smith – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for April 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. for Bond Forfeiture Hearing.
State vs. Daniel Wayman Vogler – Pre-Trial Conference on Misdemeanor Endangering The Welfare Of A Child, 2nd Degree. State appears by Bob Shepherd. Defendant appears in person and by attorney Sam Scroggie. Parties agree to call panel of 45 prospective jurors. Parties agree to use 1 alternate juror. Parties agree that the jury will not be allowed to take notes. State shall file with the court its proposed jury instructions no later than April 21, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. Defendant shall file with the court any proposed jury instructions no later than April 24, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. The attorneys and defendant are ordered to be present in person in court at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of the scheduled trial. The parties agree that the videos which have been produced by the state can be used by either party at the trial. A Motion to Enter a Qualified Protective Order was also heard. Attorney Claire Cowherd was here on behalf of Third Party Shelbey Henry and the motion was granted. It is so ordered.
The following cases were heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brett Hurst:
Regina Bemberger vs. Tommy Bemberger – Case Review on Dissolution Without Children. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Bachman. Defendant appears by Counsel Skinner. Case continued to May 4, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. for Pre-Trial Hearing and June 9, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. for Trial.
Midwestern Health Manage-ment vs. Michael A. Daugherty Et Al – Civil Setting on Suit on Account.
Vanessa P. Lundquist vs. Director Of Revenue – Trial Setting on Refused Breathalyzer. Case called. Plaintiff appears in person and by Counsel Feeback. Case continued to May 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Docket Call.
Midwestern Health Management vs. Karl J. Forehand Et Al – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Schmitt. Defendant fails to appear, was served February 8, 2023. Judgment by default as requested in petition entered against defendant per written judgment entered and filed herein. It is ordered that plaintiff shall have and recover from defendants the following sums: Mosaic – $2,534.06, Karl J. Forehand – $380.00 attorney fees, Mosaic – $170.94, Total $3,085.00.
Synchrony Bank vs. Christy J. Lytle – Trial Setting on Breach of Contract.
Midwestern Health Management vs. Donald Miller Et Al – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Schmitt. Defendant appears in person, served on January 29, 2023. Defendant consents to judgment. It is ordered that plaintiff shall have and recover from defendants the following sums: CHA – $966.89, NW Health Service – $479.82, Total – $1,446.71.
Discover Bank vs. Sarah A. Shubkagel – Civil Setting on Contract-Other. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Defendant fails to appear, served on February 10, 2023. Judgment by default. Defendant appears not and is in default; Total of $3,265.32.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC vs. Cheryl Volker – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Defendant fails to appear, served on February 10, 2023. Case continued to April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call.
State vs. Weldon Alford, III – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Weldon Alford, III – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Latoya A. Castillo – Case Review on Misdemeanor. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for May 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. Bonded in Bates County, waiting on bond money from Bates County.
State vs. Harley S. Lansdown – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Failure To Yield After Stopping To Vehicle That Entered Intersection/So Close To Cause Hazard. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant appears in person and by Attorney Scroggie. Defendant acknowledges information and waived arraignment. Defendant was advised of right to counsel and right to remain silent. Case set for April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call.
State vs. Vanessa Paige Lundquist – Plea/Trial Setting on Misdemeanor DWI, Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 11-15 Mph), and Failure To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant appears in person and by Attorney Feeback. Defendant previously arraigned. Defendant advised of right to counsel and to remain silent. Case set for May 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.
State vs. John David Pitts – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operated Motor Vehicle Owned By Another Knowing Owner Of Vehicle Has Not Maintained Financial Responsibility. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledges receipt, waives arraignment. Fine of $57.50, plus court costs.
State vs. John David Pitts – Initial Appearance on Infraction for Driver/Front Seat Passenger Failed To Wear Properly Adjusted/Fastened Safety Belt. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledges receipt, waives arraignment. Fine of $10.00.
State vs. Caleb A. Ritchie – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Minor Visibly Intoxicated/Blood Alcohol Content More Than .02% – 1st Offense; and Infraction of Failure To Have 2 Lighted Head lamps – 1 On Each Side Of Passenger Car/Truck/Bus. Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Case set for May 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call.
State vs. Julian Alexander Thompson – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond is $379 cash only.
State vs. Julian Alexander Thompson – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Owner Operated Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility (Motor Vehicle Required To Be Registered) – 1st Offense. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond is $377 cash only.
State vs. Julian Alexander Thompson – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 20-25 Mph). State appears by PA Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond is $331 cash only.
Fairfax vs. Jennifer Cain – Case Review on Municipal Ordinance – Other. City appears by PA Henry. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond set at $250 cash only.
Fairfax vs. Anton Theas – Case Review on Municipal Ordinance – Other. Case called. City appears by P.A. Henry. Defendant appears in person. Defendant pled on January 19, 2023. Court terminates probation. Reinstates full fine. Payment agreement filed.
The following cases were heard before the Honorable Corey Keith Herron April 4, 2023:
Rachel McCutchen vs. Director of Revenue, Missouri – Bench Trial on Revoc. Review.
State vs. Melvin Michael Fields – Case Review on Misdemeanor. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Aaron J. Jenks – Probation Violation Hearing on Felony. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Capias Warrant ordered.
State vs. Steven Joseph Knight – Case Review on Felony. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person with Attorney Euler. State withdraws Motion to Revoke.
State vs. Steven Joseph Knight – Case Review on Felony. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person with Attorney Euler. State withdraws Motion to Revoke.
State vs. Calle V. Mace – Arraignment on Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Euler. Summons ordered for May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for arraignment.
State vs. Denny E. Porter – Probation Violation 1st Ap-pearance on Felony. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and will be hiring Private Counsel Scroggie. Case continued to May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for review.
State vs. Steven M. Smith – Motion Hearing on Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid; Misdemeanors Possession Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid Of 10 Grams Or Less and Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia; and Infraction of Failed To Equip Motor Vehicle/Motor Drawn Vehicle With 2 Approved Red Tail Lamps On Proper Level (Knowingly). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Euler. Defendant in custody in Nebraska. Case continued to May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for review.
State vs. Justin Lynn Turner – Arraignment on Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Euler. Summons ordered for May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for arraignment.
State vs. Jordan Scott Utech – Case Review on Felony. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Capias Warrant ordered.
State vs. Aaron Michael Hall – Motion Hearing on Felony Delivery Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana Or Synthetic Cannabinoid (Four Counts); and Misdemeanors Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense, and Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 11-15 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears with Attorney Euler. Case continued to May 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Motion to Suppress.
Kathleen A. Palu Et Al vs. Kevin J. Palu Et Al – Motion Hearing on Partition. Case called. Petitioner appears by Attorney Smith. Defendant appears with Attorney Tschauder. Court sets date for remainder holders to deposit funds at 45 days from today. Petitioner will permit access for appraisal/inspection on April 14, 2023. Case continued to June 6, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. for review via telephone conference.
The following cases were heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brian Andrew Tubbs at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri, April 6, 2023:
State vs. Antonio D. Butler – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Driving While Revoked/Suspended – 1st Offense; and Infraction of Failed To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer. Case called. Defendant appears in person with Attorney. Case set for May 18, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Docket Call.
State vs. David Allen White – Case Review on Misdemeanor.
The following cases were heard before the Honorable Brett Hurst at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri, April 6, 2023:
Clear Recovery, Inc. vs. James L. Oppie Et Al – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinback. Defendant fails to appear, having been served on February 21, 2023. Judgment by default. It is therefore ordered, adjudged and decreed that the plaintiff has judgment against the defendant(s) as follows: principal $3,426.73, interest $1,261.22, court costs assessed to defendant to date $49.00, service of process fee assessed to defendant $73.13, total $4,810.08.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, vs. Jennifer L. Welch – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinback. Defendant fails to appear, having been served on February 14, 2023. Judgment by default. It is therefore ordered, adjudged and decreed that judgment is awarded in favor of plaintiff personally against defendant as follows: principle sum of $883.64, filing fee $49.75, service of process fee $50.00, total judgment $983.39.
State vs. Bryan L. Casey – Plea/Trial Setting on Misdemeanor Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 11-15 Mph) and Operate Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. Case called. Defendant appears in person and is given a copy of the Information filed. Charges formally read to the defendant, with the range of punishment for each charge. Warrant withdrawn. Defendant enters a Plea of Guilty and is assessed a $170.50 fine on Ct. 3, $180.50 fine on Ct. 4, and Cts. 1 and 2 are dismissed. Costs and/or fines paid in full.
State vs. Gypsey R. Crowley – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Owner Operated Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility (Motor Vehicle Required To Be Registered) – 1st Offense. Case called. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledges receipt. Charges formally read to defendant. Defendant advised of right to counsel. All costs and fines to be paid in full or appear on May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Mark R. Eberhart – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Alvin Clifford Frye – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. $276.00 cash only bond.
State vs. Jaydis Marzay Kimmons – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Weight On Tandem Axle Exceeded 34,000 Lbs. Case called. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Nicolas D. Lopez Rivas – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. Case called. Defendant called and informs court that he has sent a money order for payment and wishes to plead guilty. Case set for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Docket Call.
State vs. Caleb Herbert McKenzie – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 11-15 Mph). Case called. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
State vs. Rachel E. Sheridan – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 26 Mph Or More). Case called. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledges receipt. Charges formally read to defendant. Defendant advised of right to counsel. Plea of not guilty. Case set for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for entry of counsel.
State vs. Adam B. Wheeler – Initial Appearance on Felony Stealing – $750 Or More. Case called. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledges receipt and advised of right to counsel. Case set for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. for Docket Call/Entry of Counsel.
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