Peyton Campbell, 18, of Presque Isle, burglary, theft, criminal mischief. COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. George D. LaCasse, 41, of Caribou, theft, criminal trespass, and violation of conditions of release. (800 numbers in-state only), Augusta: (207) 624-7076 Somerset County Superior Court - Skowhegan. The Zanis appeal, arguing that the Superior Court erred in determining that there was no dispute of material fact regarding Spoffords testamentary capacity on the date that she executed the 2018 will given that there was evidence of Spoffords lack of testamentary capacity both before and after that date. Aaron K. Lindsay, 35, of Augusta, aggravated criminal mischief and violation of condition of release, Oct. 15, in Augusta. You will be able to ask the prosecutor to view the police reports and other discovery against you at the Arraignment. September 20, 2021 . Joshua R. Martin, 30, of Ashland, theft (2 counts), criminal mischief. See Offers. Veronica R. Lopez, 29, of Caribou, unauthorized use of property. Public Releases Napoleon Herbert III, 30, of Washburn, domestic violence criminal threatening, domestic violence assault, criminal trespass. The trial court denied Dennis Winchesters petitions for post-conviction review of his convictions for various burglaries and thefts. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. 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. Aroostook County voters skewed largely Republican in statewide races on Election Day. If suspension is ordered, the Court will also order you to a period of probation. Crim. Ethan B. Watt, 32, Vinalhaven, aggravated trafficking in drugs (heroin, fentanyl), trafficking in drugs, furnishing drugs in August 2021 in Knox County. Philip C. Hopkins, 32, Vinalhaven, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon (motor vehicle), driving to endanger in September 2021 on Vinalhaven. **1:00 PM**** 70, 79, 152, 198, 257, 300, 309, 338, (172 if not sitting on another panel). March/April Traverse Jurors are to report for orientation on Friday, March 3rd at the time listed on your summons. By taking the stand, you are placing yourself before a trained and experienced attorney in the form of the prosecutor who will attempt to get you to contradict yourself. The aggravated assault charges are Class A crimes, punishable by up to 30 years in prison. Seth Lavoie, 29, of Saco, theft by unauthorized taking, June 27, in Augusta. 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 man's death. Aaron R. Dodd, 26, of Woodland, burglary, theft (6 counts), aggravated criminal mischief, burglary of a motor vehicle (2 counts). Patrick David Hanson, 31, of Waterville, two counts of aggravated trafficking in scheduled drug (fentanyl powder), domestic violence terrorizing and criminal forfeiture of $2,483, Oct. 15, in Waterville. During jury selection, all devices must be turned off. Nicholas M. Derosby, 25, of Waterville, operating after revocation and violation of condition of release, Sept. 23, in Vassalboro. Megan L. Waterman, 37, of Gardiner, two counts of operating after revocation, Oct. 27, in Litchfield. Ashley Belyea, 33, was arrested by Houlton police in November . Two area men have been indicted on felony assault charges in separate incidents in Waterville, with allegations that one sexually assaulted a child younger than 12-years-old multiple times while the other assaulted a woman and her 4-year-old daughter. **2:00 PM**** 3, 8, 9, 34, 37, 50, 58, 61, 65, 72, 73, 75, 78, 80, 82, 94, 97, 100, 101, 108, 109, 111, 118, 129, 130, 134, 138, 142, 153, 156, 158, 171, 178, 183, 185, 213, 220, 235, 271, 288, 307, 311, 312, 323, 328, 335, 340, 342, 350 AND (if not sitting on another panel 1, 47, 77, 91, 144). 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. Michael G. Bragg, 32, of Winslow, aggravated forgery, operating after suspension, failure to give correct name and improper plates, March 15, in Winslow. (WAGM) Grand Jury month of October. Moosehead appeals, arguing that the trial court erred in determining that (1) the deed to a predecessor-in-interest of Mooseheads required that the land be maintained in a certain way; (2) a covenant can run with the land without a benefited parcel, (3) there were no genuine issues of material fact regarding whether a certain parcel retained by the State was a benefitted parcel or whether the defense of latches applied, (4) the ambiguities in the deed regarding the covenants must be resolved in favor of the state, (5) the covenant requiring that the land be available for public use is reasonable, and (6) the state was not required to give notice of its interpretation of the public-use covenant before suing Moosehead. HOULTON, Maine A Houlton woman charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, along with violating the conditions of her release, was among 57 indictments handed up for judicial review by an Aroostook County Grand Jury in February. An indictment is not a determination of guilty but indicates there is enough evidence to proceed with formal charges and a trial. Region V:Penobscot Superior Court, Bangor District Court, Lincoln District Court, Millinocket District Court, Newport District Court, Piscataquis Superior Court, Dover-Foxcroft District Court. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. 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 jury must agree unanimously in a criminal case that the Defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt or not guilty. . Norris appeals, arguing that the trial court erred in (1) granting the motion to dismiss the Penobscot matter without prejudice because the resulting delay violated Norriss right to a speedy try under the Maine and United States Constitutions and (2) denying his motion to suppress because the warrants were not supported by probable cause and law enforcement did not comply with the requirements of M.R.U. If the request is granted, you will be permitted to take an appeal from your sentence. [CDATA[ Joshua L. Brown, 37, of Gardiner, robbery, Nov. 10, 2021, in Gardiner. Aroostook County voters skewed largely Republican in statewide races on Election Day. Both District Court Judges and Superior Court Justices sit on a Unified Criminal Docket and hear every criminal case type. 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. Norris moved to suppress the traffic stop, and the trial court denied the motion. Justin C. Porter, 36, of Clinton, theft by unauthorized taking and violation of condition of release, between July 12 and July 14, in Waterville. Coty R. Cameron, 25, of Woodland, burglary, theft and violation of conditions of release. Franklin County Superior Court - Farmington. Kevin W. Whitehill, 38, Cushing, possession of drugs (cocaine) in July 2021 in Rockland, operating after suspension. We thank you for your service!! 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 mile chase that ended when her vehicle went off the road. In Maine, the Court utilizes a process known as the Hewey Analysis to determine a sentence. You do not need to appear. As part of showing up prepared to discuss the case and hopefully come to some resolution, you will also be required to attend the dispositional conference, even though you may not end up speaking at all. If the Judge believes that there is enough evidence for the jury, the Court will deny the motion. January 3, 2023 - March 31, 2023 Region II: Cumberland Superior Court, Portland District Court, Bridgton District Court January 3, 2023 - March 31, 2023 Region III: Androscoggin Superior Court, Lewiston District Court, Franklin Superior Court, Farmington District Court, Oxford Superior Court, South Paris District Court, Rumford District Court Comments are not available on this story. In this case, the Defense would rest, and each side would present closing arguments, after which the Jury would decide the case. Michael P. Beal, 49, Portland, aggravated criminal mischief, theft in December 2018 in Friendship involving the fishing vessel Rotten Hog. At the same time, he was acquitted of aggravated trafficking of cocaine base that was alleged to have occurred on December 5, 2019, and was convicted of the lesser-included offense of possession of cocaine base. The District Court entered a judgment of divorce between the parties. All Jurors that received a summons for March, please report Thursday, March 2, 2023 @ 8:30 a.m. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. As always call the juror line the night before you are to report to make sure you know if any changes in the schedule. The Court will call in jurors from the surrounding communities, and anywhere from 50 to 200 will arrive for selections by multiple cases. Kyle Garrett Corrieri, 36, of Fairfield, two counts of operating after revocation, Sept. 1, 2021, in China. Tammie D. Pike-Soucy, 51, of Fort Fairfield, operating after license revocation. The attorney is free of charge to you and paid for by the Court. Daniel Joseph Couto Jr., 31, of Windsor, tampering with a victim and violation of condition of release, Oct. 5, in Waterville. Kiara E. Lewis, 29, of Augusta, robbery, Oct. 25, 2021, in Augusta. All jurors scheduled to appear for March 1st, 2023. . Copyright 2023 After a jury trial, the jury found Calvin Footman guilty of domestic violence aggravated assault (Class B) and domestic violence assault (Class D), and the trial court found Footman guilty of violating a condition of release (Class E). Jonathan Afanador, 27, Maine State Prison in Warren, felony assault in May 2021 in Warren. A person is presumed innocent unless, and until, they are convicted. Kevin C. Simpson, 35, of Waterville, was indicted by a grand jury recently on three counts of aggravated assault and one count each of domestic violence assault and domestic violence assault on a child younger than 6 years old. Maine is currently expanding the Unified Criminal Docket to include all of its counties. Aleisa Demichael, 46, Waldoboro, two counts of terrorizing in February 2021 in Rockland. In 1960, the owner of a property in the Town of Richmond died intestate. Christopher J. Beaulieu, 45, of Augusta, allegedly used a pistol to knowingly or recklessly cause bodily injury to another man Oct. 11 in Augusta, according to an indictment. Derek M. Campbell, 61, of Lewiston, operating after revocation and violation of condition of release, Aug. 3, 2021, in Monmouth. Keith A. Putek, 32, of Augusta, burglary, theft by unauthorized taking, criminal mischief and violation of condition of release, Sept. 29, in Augusta. Copyright 2023 Over time, all of Maines Courts will use the same process, known as the Unified Criminal Docket. Katherine N. Evans, 40, of Madawaska, theft. BANGOR The driver of a car involved in a fatal accident in 2019 is being charged with manslaughter. BANGOR The Penobscot County grand jury has indicted a 40-year-old Bangor man on attempted murder charges. 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. In that case, you will be able to fill out an Indigency Affidavit (Poverty Declaration) and request that the Court grant you counsel. The Medical Examiners Office ruled the mans death was the result of an overdose of heroin and fentanyl. AUGUSTA A city man who allegedly assaulted another man with a pistol was indicted on charges of aggravated assault and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon. Kurt T. Doody, 25, of Woodland, operating after license revocation, failure to stop, driving to endanger. Grand jury service takes place over a period of six months, during which time you will be called to appear at court once a month, usually for a two-day period. Because the grand jury indictment process is constitutionally mandated, as is the right to a speedy trial, the State must indict you within Six (6) months or three grand jury cycles to proceed against you on a felony. Joshua M. Haffod, 25, of Wallagrass, domestic violence assault (2 counts), criminal mischief, refusing to submit to arrest, violating condition of release. (different date). A Kennebec County grand jury handed up indictments last week. Terrence JVon Wallace, 26, Maine State Prison, felony assault in May 2021 in Warren. The Unified Criminal Docket is intended to streamline the criminal process and move criminal cases through the system more efficiently. The Superior Court affirmed the citys decision. 1993). You will still be subject to conditions of release which, if violated, will result in your arrest and return to jail. 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. Aaron R. Dodd, 26, of Woodland, burglary, theft, aggravated criminal misconduct, and violation of conditions of release. Gregory D. Moors, 37, of Perham aggravated assault, domestic violence assault, domestic violence criminal threatening, criminal mischief. Power of Prevention Substance Abuse Resource Directory: https://www.powerofprevention.org/aroostook-county/, Investigative Records and Record Requests, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/20/2023 - 02/26/2023, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/13/2023 - 02/19/2023, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/06/2023 - 02/12/2023. 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. On the first day of trial, the State, stating that an investigation suggested that Norris was stopped in Somerset County more than 1,800 feet from the border with Penobscot County, moved to dismiss the matter without prejudice so that Norris could be indicted in Somerset County. Melaku M. Dingle, 43, of Bayonne, New Jersey, aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs. Hannah Ames, 22, Vinalhaven, aggravated assault, assault in April 2021 on North Haven. 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. Copyright 2023 Typical motions that you will encounter in a criminal case are motions to suppress, which attack certain evidence that is argued as illegally obtained, or motions in limine that challenge evidentiary items before trial. Southerly flow will increase Thursday ahead of an approaching Arctic front. In incidents that took place between Oct. 1, 2021, and Dec. 2, 2021, Simpson allegedly assaulted a woman he lived with in Waterville multiple times, in some instances causing injuries. This will consist of putting on witnesses and offering physical evidence to the Court through exhibits. Most of these attorneys are the same attorneys who work on cases for people who can afford to pay for lawyers. Timothy Demoura, 24, of Presque Isle, aggravated assault, obstructing the report of a crime. Eric K. Charette, 36, of Presque Isle, theft and violation of conditions of release. The Town, believing that it owned the property, purported to sell the property and, after a series of transfers, Wilhelmine Dennis Oakes purchased the property in 2008. Others included on the list of indictments for October, released on Friday, Feb. 19, were as follows: Joshua J. Clark, 27, of E. Plantation, domestic violence assault, domestic violence terrorizing, possession of a firearm by a felon and violation of conditions of release. Once you have been indicted, you will then be prosecuted. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Sentencing is a separate hearing in most cases. After a lengthy investigation, Cpl. Cody J. Boucher, 32, of Mapleton, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs, criminal trespass, and violation of conditions of release. The nine-hour standoff started after Alexander showed a knife to officers. A grand jury is a group of fellow citizens called into the Court at random, just like a regular criminal jury. //]]> Because people often get nervous on the stand, many defense attorneys strongly discourage their clients from testifying in a criminal trial. //