The third and final step is for the Court to determine what portion, if any, of the sentence will be suspended. Once the jury pool is assembled, the judge will address them and explain the process to them. Keighan A. Robichaud Griffin, 25, of Fort Fairfield, unlawful possession, aggravated trafficking. Grand Jury: A grand jury hears only criminal matters. A verdict in a criminal case finds the defendant guilty or not guilty. Drew Paulsen, 22, Rockland, violation of a condition of release, violation of a protective order. Dustin D. Badger, 28, of Caribou, operating after license revocation. Thank you. State of Maine et al. Geoffrey E. Barrett, 35, North Haven, aggravated assault, two counts of assault, criminal mischief in April in North Haven. 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. Bangor police said officers responded to a domestic violence report at 40 Westland St. in September of last year. The following Traverse Jurors are to report to the Penobscot Judicial Center, 78 Exchange Street, Bangor, FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 24, 2023, at: **IF YOUR NUMBER APPEARS BELOW YOU ARE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2023, AND REPORT TO SECOND FLOOR JURY ASSEMBLY ROOM, **9:00 AM**** CRIMINAL PANEL #5 - STATE v MARSHALL. Most of these attorneys are the same attorneys who work on cases for people who can afford to pay for lawyers. To continue Misty Gagnon, 36, of Presque Isle, unauthorized use of property, operating after suspension. The Penobscot County grand jury has indicted 32-year-old Leslie Greenlaw of Linneus in connection with the crash that happened on Interstate 95 southbound in Howland. Jayson J. Veronica R. Lopez, 29, of Caribou, unauthorized use of property. Aroostook County voters skewed largely Republican in statewide races on Election Day. 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. 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. Kevin W. Whitehill, 38, Cushing, possession of drugs (cocaine) in July 2021 in Rockland, operating after suspension. An indictment means the grand jury found there was probable cause and is the formal way to get criminal cases started in the court system. PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM)- Assaults and thefts dominated the grand jury lists for October, November, December 2020 and February 2021. Kylee K. Zetterman, 19, of Connor Township, burglary of a motor vehicle (2 counts), theft (2 counts), unauthorized use, and violation of conditions of release. Chris Patrick Stevens, 48, Maine State Prison, forgery, misuse of identification, impersonating a public servant in October 2020 in Warren. 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 COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. Linwood A. Mann Jr., 51, of Dexter, unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine), unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine) and criminal forfeiture of $63.75, Oct. 16, 2021, in Waterville. During jury selection, all devices must be turned off. Each side is then given peremptory strikes of jurors and can also challenge potential jurors for cause. Alisa Marie Carey, 22, of Waterville, arson, assault on an officer and criminal trespass, Dec. 13, 2021, in Waterville. Attorneys are limited in the number of strikes they may use. Katelynn M. McLaughlin, 28, of Augusta, aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs (fentanyl powder), and violation of condition of release, Sept. 12, in Augusta. 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. Kaysie J. Corey, 27, Vinalhaven, aggravated trafficking in drugs (heroin, fentanyl), trafficking in drugs, furnishing drugs in August 2021 in Knox County. Derick L. Clark, 38, of Blaine, domestic violence criminal threatening, domestic violence assault. Law enforcement initiated a traffic stop near the border between Palmyra and Newport. (WAGM) Grand Jury month of October. 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. **10:00 AM**** 18, 32, 135, 175, 204, 228, 254, 297. James E. Campbell Jr., 50, of Fort Fairfield, unlawful sexual contact. If you are charged with a misdemeanor (i.e., a Class D or E-Crime in Maine), the first time you appear before the Court will be for an Arraignment, during which the Court will recite for you the details of the charge against you. Footman appeals, arguing that his right under the Maine and United States Constitutions to a trial by a jury representative of the community was violated and that the trial court erred in denying his motion to subpoena the grand jurors. Tominsky appealed to the Superior Court, which denied his appeal. 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. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. 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. He allegedly held the girl down with his foot on her back and struck her at least seven times with a belt, then lifted her up, off the ground, with his hands around her neck, according to an affidavit filed by Luis Rodriguez, a Waterville Police officer. Meagan P. Tardiff, 21, of Fort Kent, aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, operating after license suspension and criminal forfeiture. The dispositional conference is a meeting of the prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge. If the request is granted, you will be permitted to take an appeal from your sentence. If you plead not guilty, the case will continue to the criminal processs discovery, motion, and trial stages. Joshua McAuliffe was also indicted on charges of assault and endangering the welfare of a child. If selected for a grand jury, the prosecutor will explain your duties and responsibilities in the courtroom. If you are unclear about the advice given to you, you should probably plead not guilty so that you can get a lawyer of your own. Megan M. Wade, 21, of Norridgewock, theft by unauthorized taking and violation of condition of release, Dec. 16, 2021, in Augusta. Copyright 2023 Daniel P. Babcock, 55, of Augusta, domestic violence assault and refusing to submit to arrest, Aug. 30, in Augusta; and violation of condition of release, between Sept. 1 and Oct. 25, in Augusta. **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). Each of the parties is required to show up ready to discuss their best offer in the case. All rights reserved. 2:20 PM. 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. This was the final panel of the 2023 February Traverse Jury and all jurors who appeared on February 9th and beyond have completed their juror obligations for 5 years. The judge will then read the jury some jury instructions about the law they must consider in the case. Grand Jury hands up 81 indictments for March Joseph Cyr April 1, 2021 HOULTON, Maine A 42-year-old Ashland man charged with ramming his vehicle into a police cruiser was among 81 indictments handed up for judicial review by an Aroostook County Grand Jury in March. Carney was processed and released on bail. Ramel Huggins, 29, of Bronx, New York, eluding an officer, driving to endanger and criminal speed, Jan. 12, in Waterville. As always call the juror line the night before you are to report to make sure you know if any changes in the schedule. Jury Status Notices Face masks are not required to enter a courthouse or other Judicial Branch facility. Any questions, please email juryinfopiscataquis@courts.maine.gov or call 564-8419. 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. Jurors can also call the juror hotline indicated on their summons. If you know of someone struggling with addiction, there are services out there for them to help them with their struggles. (WAGM) Grand jury indictments page 4. Veronica R. Lopez, 29, of Caribou, unlawful trafficking, unlawful furnishing (2 counts), violating condition of release, criminal forfeiture. As amended through April 26, 2022. Closings will also be reported on local news stations. The general theory is that if you force the State and defense to negotiate the cases before actually putting the dispute before the Court or a jury to be decided, deals will get worked out. A criminal complaint is the formal method by which the State may bring charges against a person. 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 . It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. Piscataquis County Superior Court - Dover-Foxcroft. 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. Your attorney will also review the evidence and may file Motions to Suppress, Motions for Discovery, and Motions in Limine, and other dispositive or evidentiary motions with the Court. According to police reports, Alexander made several threats toward law enforcement officers before they arrived, and said he would leave the apartment in a body bag if they tried to arrest him. Home Copyright 2023 Ronald H. Strouse, 38, of Cambridge, two counts of unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine), and violation of condition of release, Sept. 17, 2021, in Monmouth. Aaron R. Dodd, 26, of Woodland, aggravated operation of a methamphetamine lab. 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. In 2018, while she was the subject of a guardianship and conservatorship, Patricia Spofford executed a will that was admitted to probate upon her death. The Probate Court determined that the November 2016 document was not a valid holographic will and that the April 2016 will was therefore controlling. You can share 5 more gift articles this month. The woman then fled the area on foot. Jason I. Faggiole, 37, of Fort Kent, theft and violation of conditions of release. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, you must understand how criminal charges are processed through Maines Court system. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. John F. Miller, 19, of Caribou, receiving stolen property. In this case, the Defense would rest, and each side would present closing arguments, after which the Jury would decide the case. 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. A grand jury reviews evidence submitted by a prosecutor for the State of Maine (Assistant Attorney General) or a prosecutor representing the District Attorney's Office for a county or prosecutorial district to determine whether a person should be charged with a crime (issued as an indictment). 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. 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. Devin G. Meklin, 26, Warren, domestic violence assault, domestic violence terrorizing, two counts of violation of a protective order. Troop F Press Release. 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. Sean Charles Allen, 48, of Wallagrass, domestic violence assault, assault. Recent grand jury indictments include Augusta man on aggravated assault charge, Augusta woman charged with hitting police cruiser, then crashing, during high-speed chase, Ex-officials with Anson-Madison Water District collected nearly $12,300 in illegal sales, warrant says, Crisis building at Kennebec County wastewater treatment plants, Girls basketball: Longtime Gardiner coach Mike Gray retires, Over a century since launching its famed boots, L.L.Bean sued over a waterproof claim, Body of Clinton man found in SUV discovered upside down in water. Finley was charged with two counts of eluding police, burglary, four counts of theft, three counts of criminal speeding, two counts of driving to endanger, four counts of violating a condition of release, two counts of operating without a license, two counts of refusing to submit to arrest, receiving stolen property and criminal mischief. Also indicted by a Kennebec County grand jury, which met Feb. 24 and 25, were: Damien A. Brooks, 31, of Cambridge, unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine), unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine), violation of condition of release and criminal forfeiture of $63.75, Oct. 16, 2021, in Waterville. A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or for the defendant. (b) Objections to Grand Jury and to Grand Jurors. Kevin C. Simpson, 35, of Waterville, was indicted by a grand jury recently on three counts of. 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. Tyler F. Pelletier, 34, of Woodland, aggravated assault, domestic violence assault (4 counts). On appeal, Winchester argues that his attorneys in the original criminal proceedings provided ineffective assistance of counsel by failing to pursue speedy-trial claims in the trial court and on appeal. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. Notices for jury pool selection, when available, will be posted below. Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Divorce & Parental Rights & Responsibilities. 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. Aleisa Demichael, 46, Waldoboro, two counts of terrorizing in February 2021 in Rockland. The judge may also make suggestions as to how the case can be fairly resolved. A 42-year-old Bowdoinham man who created a nine-hour standoff with police in Presque Isle in September, was among 65 indictments handed up for judge review for the month of October by the Aroostook County Grand Jury. Caution: This schedule is subject to change. Casandra N. Cray, 36, of Presque Isle, arson, aggravated criminal mischief, and violation of conditions of release. William A. Hahn; Mary E. 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