The following cases were heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brett Hurst at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri, August 7, 2025:

RSIRCM, LLC vs. Sara I. Clinkenbeard – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Schmitt. Defendant fails to appear, served on July 1, 2025. Judgment by default. Judgment entered. It is ordered that plaintiff shall recover from defendant as follows: Count 1 – $13,098.01; Attorney fees – $1,964.70; for a total of $15,062.71.

RSIRCM, LLC vs. Ashley L. Grossman – Civil Setting on Suit on Account Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Schmitt. Defendant fails to appear, served on June 28, 2025. Judgment by default. Judgment entered. It is ordered that plaintiff shall recover from defendant as follows: Count I – $818.32 plus $122.75 attorney fees; Count II – $126.61; for a total of $1,067.68.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Christopher Harrell – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Case continued to September 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for service or dismissal.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. James Hoffman – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Dismissed by court without prejudice, failure to serve.

U.S. Bank National Association vs. Michael P. Martin – Civil Setting on Breach of Contract. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel McGee. Case continued to October 9, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call/completion of discovery.

Tower Loan of Missouri LLC DBA vs. Tracy R. Raether – Civil Setting on Breach of Contract. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Defendant appears in person, served on July 2, 2025. Case continued to September 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call

RSIRCM LLC vs. Alanna Slemp – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Schmitt. Defendant fails to appear, served on June 28, 2025. Judgment by default. Judgment entered. It is ordered that plaintiff shall recover from defendant as follows: Count I – $4,314.61; Attorney fees $500.00; Count II – $3,397.07; Attorney fees – $50.00; Count III – $132.54; for a total of $5,394.22.

Midland Credit Management, Inc. vs. Brentlee Thomas – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Defendant fails to appear, served on June 11, 2025, judgment by default. Judgment entered. Defendant to pay plaintiff as follows: Principal – $4,249.50; Court Costs – $123.50; for a total of $4,373.00.

Capital One, N.A. vs. Brentlee Thomas – Civil Setting on Suit on Account. Case called. Plaintiff appears by Counsel Steinbeck. Defendant fails to appear, served on August 18, 2025 (the website says September 18, 2025, so double check), judgment by default. Judgment ordered. It is ordered and decreed that plaintiff recover from defendant as follows: Principal Sum – $7,584.82; Filing Fee – $49.75; Service – $64.01; for a total of $7,698.58.

State vs. Shakhzod Akhmadov – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Weight On Tandem Axle Exceeded 34,000 Lbs. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Michael L. Avrett – Plea/Trial Setting on Conservation Violation of 10768001:Sal. Rbt/Tky/Fthr/Sql/Dr Hd/Antl/Hid/Fet W/O Bl Of Sl Inc Htr Nm/Adr/Pmt No/No Of Spces/Prt/Nme & Adr Pchr. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and by Attorney Scroggie. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. James Richard Ball – **Possible Section 589.405 RSMo. Charge** Initial Arraignment on Felony Child Molestation – 1st Degree. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant was provided a copy of information. Defendant advised of rights to counsel, waives arraignment, advised of right to apply in writing for Rule 33.06 hearing. Not guilty plea entered. Advises counsel will be employed. Rule 33.05 Hearing set for August 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

State vs. Elvie L. Black 3 – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Failure To Drive On Right Half Of Roadway When Roadway Was Of Sufficient Width, Resulting In An Accident. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Elvie L. Black 3 – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Operated Motor Vehicle Owned By Another Knowing Owner Of Vehicle Has Not Maintained Financial Responsibility. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Jeffrey A. Brion – Initial Appearance on Misdemeanor Owner/Possessor’s Dog Bites Person/Domestic Animal (2nd/Subsequent Bite). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant given copy of information. Charges formally read. Defendant advised of right to counsel. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call and entry of counsel.

State vs. Taylon James Campbell – Case Review on Misdemeanor Driving While Revoked/Suspended – 1st Offense and Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 26 Mph Or More). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person, is given a copy of the information filed and formally read with the range of punishment for each charge. Defendant enters a plea of guilty and is assessed a $80.50 fine on Count I, $500.00 fine on Count II, plus court costs. Apply bond ordered. Costs and/or fines paid in full.

State vs. Brandon William Gallagher – Initial Appearance 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. Warrant ordered. Bond set for $452 cash only.

State vs. Abeya Debela Geleta – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Weight On Tandem Axle Exceeded 34,000 Lbs. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Russell Ray Golden – Case Review on Felony. Arraignment scheduled for September 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Misty D. Hardisty – Bond Review Hearing on Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance, Deliver Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana Or Synthetic Cannabinoid, and Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Involving Drugs – 1st Degree – 1st Offense. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and by P.D. Williams. Defendant previously arraigned. Case set for September 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call.

State vs. Travis L. Holmes – Plea/Trial Setting on Conservation Violation 10768001:Sal Rbt/Tky/Fthr/Sql/Dr Hd/Antl/Hid/Fet W/O Bl Of Sl Inc Htr Nm/Adr/Pmt No/No Of Spces/Prt/Nme & Adr Pchr. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Scroggie. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. Travis L. Holmes – Plea/Trial Setting on Conservation Violation 10768002:Poss Antlr Atchd To Skl Plte Whl Afld & Into Poss Must Reprt Takg To Agnt W/I 24 Hrs To Recv Poss Authrzn. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Scroggie. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. Dalton James Hudson – Counsel Status Hearing on Misdemeanor Intentionally Inhale/Smell The Fumes Or Induce Another To Inhale/Smell The Fumes Of Any Solvents. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant previously arraigned. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call and entry of counsel.

State vs. Linda Nacole Kimpston – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Car/Motorcycle/Truck Under 18,000 Lbs. Followed Another Vehicle Too Closely. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Makenna Ann Lange – Initial Appearance on Infraction of Failure To Display Plates On Motor Vehicle/Trailer. Count 1 – Defendant sentenced to fine of $50.50 and court costs. Costs and/or fines paid in full.

State vs. Cade M. Makings – Initial Arraignment on Felony Passing Bad Check. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Case set for August 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. Deborah L. Makings – Initial Arraignment on Felony Passing Bad Check. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Case set for August 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. Byron J. Mitchell – Case Review on Misdemeanor DWI. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and was previously arraigned. Defendant enters a plea of guilty and is assessed a $500.00 fine plus court costs on amended charge. Apply bond to all fines and costs. All costs and fines to be paid in full or appear on September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Denis Emanuel Petrican – Case Review on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 16-19 Mph). Case called. State appears by PA Smith. Defendant appears in person and by Attorney Wideman. Motion to withdraw guilty plea granted. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

State vs. Alia A. Rody – Initial Appearance on State Traffic Ticket for Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (Exceeded By 11-15 Mph). Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant fails to appear. Summons ordered for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Benjamin W. Simmons – Case Review on Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance and Misdemeanor Unlawful Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia – Prior Drug Offense. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears by Attorney Scroggie. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call.

State vs. Roberto Tlatenchi – Probation Violation Hearing on Misdemeanor DWI. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant acknowledges information. Charges formally read to defendant. Defendant advised of right to counsel. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for hearing on motion to revoke.

State vs. Lara Ureste – Case Review on Felony Domestic Assault – 3rd Degree. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and by P.D. Williams. Defendant previously arraigned. Case set for September 25, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. for Preliminary Hearing.

State vs. Robert J.C. Wallace – Counsel Status Hearing on Misdemeanor DWI. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant previously arraigned. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call and entry of counsel.

State vs. Richard Dale Walters – Case Review on Misdemeanor Possess Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid Of 10 Grams Or Less. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person with P.D. Williams and waives arraignment. Defendant enters a plea of guilty and is granted SIS, 2 years probation supervised by PPS, and pay court costs on amended charge. All costs and fines to be paid in full or appear on September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

State vs. Gregory Seth Wennihan – Case Review on Felony Domestic Assault – 3rd Degree. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person. Defendant acknowledged information. Defendant previously arraigned. Case set for September 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for docket call and entry of counsel.

Leroy C. Bowman vs. Jay T. McCoy – Bench Trial on Unlawful Detainer. Case called. Petitioner appears in person and by Counsel Smith. Respondent appears in person, served on July 11, 2025. Respondent consents to judgment. Judgment entered. It is ordered that defendant is to restore full possession of plaintiff’s property to plaintiff, on or before August 31, 2025.

In The Matter Of Mason Rentschler – Hearing on Conservatorship – Minor. Case called. Petitioner appears in person and by Counsel Montee. City of Mound City appears by Counsel Rottgers. Attorney for minor child appears by Sydney Pontius-Maynes. Case tried by court. GAL fee in the amount of $600.00 approved. Attorney fees in the amount of $43,417.58 approved. Publication required. Bond waived.

Janet Wennihan vs. Gregory S. Wennihan – Adult Abuse Hearing on Adult Abuse Without Stalking. Case called. Petitioner appears in person. Respondent appears in person, served on July 25, 2025. Respondent consents to judgment. Full order of protection granted: Respondent not to abuse, stalk, or molest petitioner; Respondent not to communicate with petitioner; Original Expiration Date – August 7, 2026; Respondent not to enter or stay; Additional Orders by Court; Terms of additional orders – Respondent not to come within 900 feet of petitioner.

State vs. Corwin Cron – Preliminary Hearing on Felony Domestic Assault – 3rd Degree. Case called. State appears by P.A. Smith. Defendant appears in person and by P.D. Williams. Case set for September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for Plea/Trial Setting.

The following case was heard in Atchison County Circuit Court before the Honorable Brett Hurst at the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port, Missouri, August 8, 2025:

In The Estate Of Ernest Lee Howell – Hearing on Supervised Without Will.

For more information about the above cases or others, visit www.courts.mo.gov (Missouri Case.net).