Daily Record 3-14-22

GRUNDY COUNTY
CIRCUIT COURT
Circuit Division
Judge Thomas R. Alley
The following cases were heard by Mercer County Associate Judge Matthew Krohn in the absence of Judge Alley.
Brandon D.B. Burkhardt, Trenton, waived formal arraignment and pleaded guilty to a felony charge of delivery of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoid. Sentencing was set for May 12.
Kyle R. Graves, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of his probation on a misdemeanor charge of violating an order of protection for an adult. His probation was continued with the condition that it be extended for another year. He also pleaded guilty to a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and was sentenced to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections with that sentence to run consecutively to any other sentence. Execution of the sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for five years.
Adam M. Sager, Trenton, pleaded guilty to felony charges of second degree domestic assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Imposition of his sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for five years on each charge, with the special conditions that he successfully complete the Third Circuit Treatment Program and if not accepted into that program, he complete outpatient treatment at Preferred Family Healthcare. He is to have no contact with the victim unless it is related to the child and no contact with the child unless it is approved by the Family Support Team or the judge.
Robert E. Ewing, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of failing to register as a sex offender and was sentenced to serve four years in the Department of Corrections, with the sentence to run consecutively with any other sentence. Execution of the sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for five years, with the condition that he enter and successfully complete the substance abuse program at Preferred Family Healthcare and follow all recommendations and remain fully compliant with the requirements as a registered sex offender.
Benjamin T. Milazzo, Moberly, had his probation suspended until further order of the court on a felony charge of non-support.
Travis J. Vasey, Trenton, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of driving while intoxicated: physical injury and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for five years, with the condition that he successfully complete the Third Circuit Program.
Tommy J. Brittain, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of his probation on an original felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. Disposition of the case was set for May 12.
Jeremiah L. Burnett, Trenton, had his probation revoked on felony charges of first degree burglary, second degree burglary and first degree property damage and a misdemeanor charge of second degree tampering with a motor vehicle. A new probation term of five years was imposed, with the additional condition that he pay $75 per month toward the $1,395 in restitution.
Jason E. Clay, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of his probation on an original felony charge of unlawful possession of a firearm. His probation was revoked and he was sentenced to serve six years in the Department of Corrections, concurrent with any other sentences.
Nathan W. Hinkle, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of his probation on original felony charges of stealing a firearm/explosive weapon/ammonium nitrate and stealing – $750 or more. His probation was continued with the additional conditions that he complete 20 hours of community service and not associate with any known drug users.
Cole W. Wright, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of his probation on original felony charges of driving while revoked or suspended and resisting arrest and misdemeanor charges of following another vehicle too closely, operating a vehicle without maintaining financial responsibility and failing to stop at a stop sign. Additional conditions were added and include submitting to monthly urine analysis and following his individualized plan.
Tonya A. Baumgartner, Trenton, admitted violating the terms of her probation on original charges of felony driving while intoxicated-physical injury and a misdemeanor charge of operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license. Her probation was continued with the additional conditions that she continue with mental health services and submit to 90 days of PBT/electronic monitoring.
DAVIESS COUNTY
CIRCUIT COURT
Circuit Division
Judge Ryan Horsman
Michael J. Beechy, Jamesport, was placed on probation for five years on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and a misdemeanor charge of purchase or attempt to purchase or possession of liquor by a minor. He is to complete 50 hours of community service as a special condition of his probation. He had earlier pleaded guilty.
Lynnsey M. Betz, Trenton, waived formal arraignment and pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of stealing – $750 or more and two misdemeanor counts of stealing. She is scheduled to appear in court again on April. 13.
Greg J. Barker, Kansas City, waived formal arraignment and pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of driving while intoxicated-aggravated and misdemeanor charges of speeding and operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner. He is scheduled to appear in court April 13.
Noah A. Trombley, Olathe, KS, waived formal arraignment and pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of forgery. He is scheduled to appear in court April 13.
Cameron Fajen, Omaha, NE, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of misdemeanor fourth degree assault-special victim and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for two years and is to complete 50 hours of community service. He also pleaded guilty to an amended charge of misdemeanor first degree trespassing and was placed on probation for two years, with the condition that he serve two days in the county jail and complete 50 hours of community service. He also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of peace disturbance and was sentenced to serve two days in jail.
Brian E. Dannar, no address listed, was sentenced to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. He was sentenced to serve four years in the DOC on a felony charge of resisting arrest. He was sentenced to serve 90 days in jail on each of the following misdemeanor charges: failing to yield to an emergency vehicle sounding a siren and displaying red and blue lights, driving while revoked or suspended-second or third offense and speeding. He had earlier pleaded guilty to the charges.
Terry L. Kirven, Minneapolis, MN, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of driving while intoxicated-persistent offender and was sentenced to serve two years in the Department of Corrections. He also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less and was fined $300. He also pleaded guilty to speeding and was sentenced to serve 15 days in jail.
Matthew C. Morgan, Kansas City, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and had imposition of his sentence suspended. He was placed on probation for five years. He pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated and was fined $350 and also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less and was fined $300.
David J. Girsch, Coffey, was sentenced to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid, unlawful possession of a firearm and endangering the welfare of a child involving drugs. He was sentenced to serve 150 days in jail on a misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 11 to 35 grams and 15 days in jail on a misdemeanor charge of animal neglect or abandonment. The sentences are to run consecutively to all other sentences. He had earlier pleaded guilty to the charges.
Kirk D. Rhinehart, Weatherby, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of tampering with a motor vehicle and was sentenced to serve five years in the Department of Corrections. He also pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of unlawful possession, transport, manufacture, repair or sale of an illegal weapon and was sentenced to serve 30 days in the county jail.
Justin W. Gillette, Gallatin, pleaded guilty to an amended misdemeanor charge of fourth degree assault. Imposition of his sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for two years. He is to serve seven days of shock time and complete 100 hours of community service.
Melanie L. Myers, St. Joseph, admitted violating the terms of her probation on original charges of felony possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and a misdemeanor charge of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia-prior drug offense. Her probation was continued with the additional conditions that she attend AA/NA at least twice weekly and show proof of enrollment in a GED program.
Elijah J. Carlson, Bethany, admitted violating the terms of his probation on an original charge of felony tampering with a motor vehicle. His probation was continued with the additional condition that he enter and successfully complete the CODS program.
Serena D. A. Frey, Galt, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid and misdemeanor charges of possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid or 10 grams or less and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. A sentencing assessment report was requested and the case was set for sentencing on May 11.
Elkanah N. Gahima, Antioch, IL, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of first degree property damage. Sentencing was set for May 11.
Bruce A. Breasure, Kansas City, KS, was sentenced to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid. Execution of the sentence was suspended and he was placed on probation for five years. He was also sentenced to pay a fine of $300 on a misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Melvin Chanse Houghton and Faith Autumn Fliflet, both of Trenton.
Aaron Keith Herring and Kelsey R. Shipe, both of Holdredge, NE.
REAL ESTATE
Blue Sky Rental LLC to Adam D. Snuffer and wife.
D. John Lickteig and wife to Timothy W. Bland.
Shawn D. Walker and wife to James T. Earl.
G.R. Sikora, DVM, Inc. to Blake Michael Callen.
LLS, LLC to Brookwood Capital Partners, LLC.
Dan Frank to Steve Oakleaf and others.