All rights reserved. You should take the opportunity to talk to the attorney of the day. Carlos J. Bravo, 26, of Limestone, aggravated operation of a methamphetamine lab. (different date). A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or for the defendant. Ethan B. Watt, 32, Vinalhaven, aggravated trafficking in drugs (heroin, fentanyl), trafficking in drugs, furnishing drugs in August 2021 in Knox County. If the judge grants this motion, which is extremely rare, you will be found not guilty. Jennifer N. appeals, arguing that the evidence was not sufficient to support a finding of parental unfitness or that termination of her parental rights is in the childrens best interest. The return of an indictment is a method of informing a defendant of alleged violations of federal law, which must be proven in a court of law . The defense attorney may cross-examine some witnesses where they think appropriate and may challenge certain evidence as inadmissible under the Maine Rules of Evidence which control at any criminal trial. The offenses are alleged to have occurred in March 2021 in Rockland, Thomaston, and Owls Head. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. Some rural counties are still using the old criminal docket system. Benjamin R. Cheney, 37, of E. Plantation, aggravated assault. Joshua McAuliffe was also indicted on charges of assault and endangering the welfare of a child. At an Arraignment, the Court will ask you for your plea to the charges. We thank you for your service!! Jarae Lipscombe, 25, of New York City, hindering apprehension or prosecution, June 6, 2020, in Waterville. Derick L. Clark, 38, of Blaine, domestic violence criminal threatening, domestic violence assault. In the Unified Criminal Docket, the Court uses a trailing docket, in which cases are put in standby mode until it is their turn to be tried. Unless already excused by the clerk. Dylan Isac Ellis, 23, of Benton, criminal operating under the influence, Aug. 21, in Albion. Nicole M. Welch, 40, of Winthrop, operating after revocation, July 27, in Augusta. Grand Jury hands up 57 indictments for April Joseph Cyr May 4, 2021 HOULTON, Maine A Crystal man who was arrested after another person was shot in what police described as an act of domestic violence was among the 57 individuals indicted by the Aroostook County Grand Jury in April. During this time, the suspect took the victims cell phone, car keys and glasses away. Dec. 16, 2022. CARIBOU, Maine A Fort Kent woman who led police on a high-speed chase through the Madawaska Lake area, reaching speeds of 105 miles per hour, was among 15 people indicted by the Aroostook County Grand Jury in December. Please call 743-8936 with any questions or concerns. The grand jury handed up indictments Wednesday, charging 30 people with 86 counts. If the jury is hung, the prosecution may bring the charges a second time and argue the case before another jury; however, if the jury finds you not guilty of the charge, the constitution will protect you against future charges for the same crime under the double jeopardy clause. Jacob C. Hagy, 26, of Houlton, aggravated assault. Troy C. Blier, 32, of Caribou, theft (2 counts). You should, therefore, not be concerned about a court-appointed attorney representing you. If the matter is set for a jury trial, the next stage of the Maine criminal process is jury selection, where a jury of local citizens is picked. Kevin C. Simpson, 35, of Waterville, was indicted by a grand jury recently on three counts of. A Knox County grand jury issued indictments Thursday, Feb. 10 against 38 people for offenses including: kidnapping, assaults, and drug offenses. You can share 5 more gift articles this month. Thomas A. Thomas II., 46, of Belfast, two counts of violation of condition of release, Nov. 24, 2021, in China. Ashley Belyea, 33, was arrested by Houlton police in November . Depending on whether the representation is a complete representation or a limited representation, your attorney may also argue your case at trial before either a jury or a judge. Fair Elections appeals, arguing that (1) the citys process violated the voters due process rights because it did not consider evidence or adopt findings based on any evidence and (2) because the initiative does not call for a profound and fundamental alteration to the essential character or core operations of city government, it is an amendment to the charter, not a revision, and therefore must be submitted directly to the voters. (a) Number of Grand Jurors. Most of these attorneys are the same attorneys who work on cases for people who can afford to pay for lawyers. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis convened the grand jury to investigate after a Jan. 2, 2021, phone call revealed then President Trump asking Georgia Secretary of State Brad . John F. Miller, 19, of Caribou, receiving stolen property. Austin Lamont Bing, 26, of Winslow, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a knife, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a firearm, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, and terrorizing, Oct. 6, in Winslow; and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a knife, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (cocaine), and terrorizing, Oct. 7, in Waterville. On November 18, 2021 a Grand Jury in Aroostook County indicted Melissa Carney 36 YOA of Presque Isle for Aggravated Trafficking Scheduled Drugs-Resulting in Death, a Class A crime in relation to the mans death. Two former Stockton, California officers were indicted by a grand jury in connection with their alleged beating of a Black teenager at the end of a car chase in 2020, reports NBC News. The indictments were among those handed up last week by a Kennebec County grand jury. Jason A. Littlefield, 38, Appleton, domestic violence terrorizing with a dangerous weapon (firearm), possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, violation of a condition of release in July 2021 in Appleton. That same day, Beaulieu, again with a pistol, also placed the same man in fear of imminent bodily injury, resulting in the criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon charge, the indictment alleges. The Superior Court affirmed the citys decision. Below are two links to services specific to Aroostook County. 1106-A(1), between August 22 and December 5, 2019. Shawn M. Hall, 43, South Thomaston, two counts of unlawful possession of drugs in October 2021 in South Thomaston. Tominsky appealed to the Superior Court, which denied his appeal. George D. LaCasse, 41, of Caribou, theft, criminal trespass, and violation of conditions of release. The Aroostook County Courthouse in Houlton. Grand Jurors numbers 1,3,11,13,16,19,22,24,25,32,38,44,47,48,49,50,51,52,54,56,58, & 59 your date has been postponed to March 2, 2023 @ 830 AM. The second step is for the Court to evaluate the mitigating and aggravating factors of the offense to determine the maximum imprisonment period. Richard Tominsky, who owns a home across the street from the lot, appealed from the issuance of the permits to the towns Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), and the ZBA denied his appeal. The attorney will advise you on how you should proceed with the arraignment based on a quick review of your file. The Probate Court determined that the November 2016 document was not a valid holographic will and that the April 2016 will was therefore controlling. State of Maine Judicial Branch Tyler F. Pelletier, 34, of Woodland, aggravated assault, domestic violence assault (4 counts). During the defense case, the Defendant has the right to decide whether to testify in the case. All rights reserved. David R. Norrie, 46, of Palmyra, two counts of theft by unauthorized taking, Aug. 13, 2021, and Oct. 14, 2021, in Belgrade. Carney was processed and released on bail. FOR ANY CHANGES OR CONCERNS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, PLEASE TUNE INTO YOUR LOCAL NEWS CHANNELS AS WELL THE MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH WEBSITE FOR DELAYS OR CANCELLATIONS. Jury selection for February has been cancelled. The attorney is free of charge to you and paid for by the Court. Dale J. Morin, 52, of Fort Kent Mills, burglary, domestic violence assault, refusing to submit to arrest, and violation of conditions of release. Lauren E. Parker; Elliott R. Teel; Jonathan M. Flagg. Tomisky appealed to the Superior Court, which dismissed the complaint, determining that it failed to state a claim and was an impermissible collateral attack on the permits involved in the previous appeal. All jurors on PANEL B for STATE v. STEVEN CASE please appear Monday, February 27th, at 9:00 AM, Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Divorce & Parental Rights & Responsibilities, Cumberland County Superior Court - Portland, Androscoggin County Superior Court - Auburn. Once the prosecution has rested its case, the Defense will put on its case. To continue (WAGM) Grand jury indictments. That number is 1-800-292-2014. 1993). During jury selection, all devices must be turned off. A Tarrant County grand jury has indicted a 17-year-old on a charge of murder in the shooting death of a Fort Worth TX . Nicholas Norris was charged in Penobscot County with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs (Class A), unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs (Class B), and criminal forfeiture. Kurt T. Doody, 25, of Woodland, operating after license revocation, failure to stop, driving to endanger. as they attempted to arrest him at an apartment complex behind McDonalds on Main Street in Presque Isle on a charge of domestic violence. Casandra N. Cray, 36, of Presque Isle, arson, aggravated criminal mischief, and violation of conditions of release. At the initial appearance, you will be informed of the charges. Devin G. Meklin, 26, Warren, domestic violence assault, domestic violence terrorizing, two counts of violation of a protective order. The Caribou District Courthouse on Sweden Street appears in an October 2019 file photo. In Maine, the Court utilizes a process known as the Hewey Analysis to determine a sentence. Zachary Crouch, 21, of Mars Hill, aggravated operation under the influence, operating beyond license restrictions. If the Defense does put on a case because it believes it is necessary to create a reasonable doubt, the Defense will then put on its own witnesses and enter its own exhibits. The case summaries are prepared by Court staff for the convenience of the public and are not to be construed as statements of the Court. In a separate matter involving the same lot, the code enforcement officer issued a certificate of occupancy to the LLC. Britteny N. Finley, 32, was charged with multiple offenses following the Oct. 12 incident in which she reportedly refused to stop for police, leading to a seven and a half . This Court invited amicus briefs to address whether Winchesters right to a speedy trial was violated under article 1, section 6 of the Maine Constitution or under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Thomas N. Lucier, 41, Rockland, dissemination of sexual explicit materials involving minors, possession of sexually explicit materials, unlawful possession of drugs in January 2021 in Rockland. You should carefully discuss this with your attorney before doing so. . Katelynn M. McLaughlin, 28, of Augusta, aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs (fentanyl powder), and violation of condition of release, Sept. 12, in Augusta. Aleisa Demichael, 46, Waldoboro, two counts of terrorizing in February 2021 in Rockland. The need for change in Augusta was the primary focus of Republican candidates who spoke at a grand opening of the Fort Kent party headquarters on Friday, Sept. 23. Power of Prevention Substance Abuse Resource Directory: https://www.powerofprevention.org/aroostook-county/, Aroostook County Crimestoppers 1-800-638-8477 (confidential and rewards given for information leading to an arrest or conviction), Report a crime online at www.maine.gov/dps/msp/, Non-Emergency Comments are not available on this story. (WAGM) Grand Jury month of October. Media Center The Court will have you speak with a financial screener who will determine whether you are eligible for a court-appointed attorney or not. Tragically, in recent weeks, drug related overdoses and deaths have been on a sharp increase with Troopers responding to assist on medical calls throughout the County or responding to conduct investigations in the unfortunate event of an overdose death. When this is complete, the jury will leave the courtroom to deliberate on the matter. Shane L. Kurtyka, 42, of Van Buren, domestic violence terrorizing. After the defense presents its case, the prosecution will have an opportunity to offer rebuttal evidence that challenges the Defenses evidence. Danielle Marie Fredette, 36, of Farmingdale, two counts of aggravated criminal mischief, two counts of criminal mischief, and one count each of operating after revocation, leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage, and violation of condition of release, Aug. 2, in Augusta. You should be aware that an attorney of the day is there to serve many people and will not be able to devote a significant amount of time to your matter. The Unified Criminal Docket (UCD) does just that It merges the Superior Courts criminal dockets and the District Court, historically two separate courts for purposes of criminal law, into one Court. Posted . She was later apprehended following a second high-speed chase with police in the Presque Isle area. (File photo | The Star-Herald). Add your email address and we'll send you central Maine news, weather updates and traffic alerts as they happen. Nicholas M. Derosby, 25, of Waterville, operating after revocation and violation of condition of release, Sept. 23, in Vassalboro. See Active Alerts and COVID-19 Response, Home Information for Jurors Jury Status Notices. Ramel Huggins, 29, of Bronx, New York, eluding an officer, driving to endanger and criminal speed, Jan. 12, in Waterville. Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Divorce & Parental Rights & Responsibilities. You will typically be given a dispositional conference date shortly after the arraignment. The District Court granted summary judgment in favor of Francis and Maryann Janusz on their complaint for foreclosure against Eric Bacon. Charles C. Lagasse, 75, of Mapleton, gross sexual assault, unlawful sexual contact (3 counts), sexual misconduct with a child, visual sexual aggression (2 counts), and assault. Jury Status Notices Face masks are not required to enter a courthouse or other Judicial Branch facility. The visual sexual aggression against a child charges allege that Curry exposed his genitals to the child, or caused the child to expose her genitals to him, for the purpose of arousing or gratifying sexual desire. The Law Court invited amicus briefs and supplemental briefs from the parties on issues relating to a defendants rights to counsel under the Maine Constitution before being interrogated by law enforcement. Any questions, please email juryinfopiscataquis@courts.maine.gov or call 564-8419. Jacob Zernicke, 24, Maine State Prison, three counts of assault on an officer in June 2020 in Warren; two additional counts of assault on an officer in March 2021. You will still be subject to conditions of release which, if violated, will result in your arrest and return to jail. The prosecution will present its case in chief first. Joshua L. Brown, 37, of Gardiner, robbery, Nov. 10, 2021, in Gardiner. Ryan T. Loucks, 34, of Waterville, theft by unauthorized taking and violation of condition of release, Nov. 29, 2021, in Augusta. The Maine Coalition to Stop Smart Meters appeals, arguing that the Commission erred by (1) relying on determinations by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that the levels of radiofrequency (RF) radiation that the solid-state meters emit (even though they do not transmit data) are safe and failing to give deference to a decision of a federal appeals court that held that the FCC must consider recent evidence that exposure to even low levels of RF radiation may cause negative health effects; and (2) disregarding the evidence before it that there is, in fact, a growing body of substantial evidence . The nine-hour standoff started after Alexander showed a knife to officers as they attempted to arrest him at an apartment complex behind McDonalds on Main Street in Presque Isle on a charge of domestic violence. A Kennebec County grand jury handed up indictments last week. However, to bring a complaint about felony charges, the State must first obtain an indictment from a grand jury. Misty R. Hafford, 36, of Fort Fairfield, theft. Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Divorce & Parental Rights & Responsibilities, Katherine M. Hudson-MacRae; Rory A. McNamara, William N. Palmer; James M. Bowie; Matthew S. Wahrer. . There is usually an attorney of the day available to speak with you on arraignment day. (WAGM) The Superior Court entered summary judgment against the Zanis on all counts. 9, Capt. You may be summonsed to serve as a trial juror or grand juror. Jason A. Ladd, 37, of Augusta, aggravated assault, domestic violence criminal threatening, and two counts of violating condition of release, May 12, 2021, in Gardiner. Daniel Bolduc appeals, arguing that (1) the trial court did not have jurisdiction to determine that Sarahs father still owned a one-half interest in the marital home, which Sarah and her father had purchased during the marriage as joint tenants but which her father did not contribute to after the initial purchase, because Sarahs father is not a party to the divorce action; and (2) considering the value of the marital home at the time that the parties separated, rather than at the time of entry of judgment, in determining the property division between the parties. You will sometimes see a defense attorney move for judgment as a matter of law after the State rests but before the defense case begins. If there are motions, the Court will set a motion hearing where the two sides will be able to argue their cases on the admissibility of particular evidence, ask for missing discovery, etc. or 1-800-924-2261 Ext. Toby Blodgett, 45, of Clinton, criminal operating under the influence and driving to endanger, July 24, in Clinton. Bacon appeals, arguing that the trial court erred in determining that (1) the parties had completed mediation, which is a statutory prerequisite to a judgment of foreclosure; and (2) Bacon received proper notice of the motion for summary judgment even though the Januszes did not mail a copy of the motion to Bacons address of record. The race is on for Maine House District 1 between two political newcomers. A grand jury indicts Murdaugh on nine counts of tax evasion, alleging he failed to pay almost $487,000 in state income taxes while making nearly $14 million over nine years. State of Maine Judicial Branch Laura P. Shaw; Christopher K. MacLean; Marie Mueller; George T. Dilworth; Amy K. Olfene; Andre G. Duchette. Each of the parties is required to show up ready to discuss their best offer in the case. Typically the State will bring misdemeanor charges by simply filing the complaint (or the officer will file the citation, which serves as a court-authorized complaint). James R. King, 51, of Caribou, receiving stolen property, possession of a firearm by a felon, unlawful possession of drugs, criminal forfeiture. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Heath G. DeMerchant, 41, of Fort Fairfield, burglary, theft, criminal mischief. //

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