The following case was heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brett Hurst May 1, 2024, at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri:
Chase N. Henson vs. Kegan L. McCracken – Bench Trial on Petition for Child Custody/Support. Case called. Plaintiff appears in person and by Counsel Carpenter. Defendant fails to appear, served on January 9, 2023. Case tried by court. Plaintiff’s attorney is to prepare and present judgment on or before May 8, 2024.
The following cases were heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brett Hurst May 2, 2024, at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri:
Portfolio Recovery Assoc. vs. Thomas P. Erickson Et Al – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel O’Hara. Defendant appears in person, served on March 1, 2024. Judgment entered. With defendants’ consent it is ordered that plaintiff have judgment against defendant in the amount of $4,281.92. Stay of execution in place.
Portfolio Recovery Associates vs. Ryan S. McDaniel – Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel O’Hara. Defendant fails to appear, served on February 15, 2024. Judgment by default. Judgment entered. It is ordered, adjudged and decreed that judgment is awarded against defendant as follows: principal sum $1,751.66, filing fee $49.75, service of procee fee $52.25, total $1,853.66.
Federal National Mortgage Assoc. vs. Steven M. Oppie – Civil Setting on Unlawful Detainer. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Sundell. Defendant appears in person, served on April 19, 2024, by posting. Defendant consents to judgment. Judgment entered. It is therefore ordered, adjudged and decreed that judgment for possesion be entered against defendant. Plaintiff has restitution of the premises found to have been unlawfully detained. Restitution of premises to be delivered by the sheriff within 15 days of date of judgment. Plaintiff awarded no money, costs assessed to plaintiff. By consent of the appearing parties, execution of judgment is stayed until June 2, 2024. Defendants John Doe and Jane Doe are dismissed without prejudice.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC vs. Denny Porter – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel O’Hara. Defendant fails to appear, served on February 15, 2024. Judgment by default. Judgment entered. It is ordered, adjudged and decreed that judgment is awarded against the defendant as follows: principal sum of $1,049.74, filing fee $49.75, service of process fee $52.25, total $1,151.74.
M&S Storage vs. Lana M. Roberson – Small Claims Hearing on Small Claims Over $100. Case called. Plaintiff appears in person. Defendent appears in person, served on March 29, 2024. Defendent consents to judgment. Judgment entered. Court finds that defendant is to pay plaintiff $350.44.
State vs. Douglas Adam Gibler – Case Review on Felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Johnson. Case set for May 16, 2024, at 9 a.m. for Setting Preliminary Hearing.
State vs. Douglas Adam Gibler – Case Review on Felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Johnson. Case set for May 16, 2024, at 9 a.m. for Setting Preliminary Hearing.
State vs. Gary M. Jacobsen – Initial Arraignment on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for June 6, 2024, at 9 a.m.
State vs. Spencer Jay Pugh – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 20-25 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond is $331 cash only.
State vs. Jesus D. Ramirez – Initial Appearance on Mis-demeanor Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense and Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 20-25 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Warrant ordered. Bond is $611.50 cash only.
State vs. Youm Zakaria Shol – Case Review on Misdemeanor Operated Vehicle On Highway Without A Valid License – 1st Offense. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Apply bond ordered. Count 1 – Defendant sentenced to fine of $180.50 and court costs. Costs and/or fine paid in full.
State vs. Brianna NL Smith – Plea/Trial Setting on Misdemeanor Car/Motorcycle/Truck Under 18,000 Lbs. Followed Another Vehicle Too Closely. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and enters a Plea of Guilty on Count 1 and placed on SIS, 2 years court supervised probation and to pay restitution of $1,000. Counts 2 and 3 are dismissed. All costs and fines to be paid in full or appear on June 6, 2024, at 9 a.m.
State vs. James W. Villesvik – Probation Status Hearing on Misdemeanor Peace Disturbance, First Offense. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Sundell. Defendant’s Motion to Terminate probation is sustained. Defendant is released from probation having successfully completed his term.
State vs. John Corbin Wood – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 1-5 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Sundell. Defendant enters a Plea of Guilty and is assessed a $204.50 fine plus court costs on amended charge. Costs and/or fine paid in full.
State vs. Stanley Edward Harmon, Jr. – Pre-Trial Conference on Misdemeanor DWI. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person with Attorney Kirby. Defendant enters a Plea of Guilty on Count 1 and is assessed SIS, 2 years probation supervised by PPS. Costs and/or fine paid in full.
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