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Court Beat - April 28

 

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Dee Gannon, MT43 News Correspondent
MT43 News Correspondent


Court Beat - April 28

Dee Gannon, MT43 News Correspondent

The criminal court docket in Judge Christopher Abbott’s courtroom (via Zoom) on Friday, April 28 is as follows:

Ronald Krusemark appeared for a Pre-Trial Conference. He wishes to be his own attorney. His Jury Trial is Monday, August 8.

Mary McCarther has completed more than half of her deferred sentence, has done all the required work and paid her fines. Her sentence is terminated; with her Guilty plea withdrawn.

Dylan Kimbrough was Sentenced, following a revocation of criminal possession of dangerous drugs. He will serve up to nine months with Corrections Connections; his Sentence is re-deferred for three years; he must pay $250 to the Office of Public Defender; and pay $80 fees and surcharges. He is eligible to get a probationary license after corrections Connections. He is remanded into custody.

Michael Coyle had an Initial Appearance and Arraignment, pleading Not Guilty to five counts of sexual abuse of children. His Omnibus is due June 9; Pre-Trial is set for September 8; with the Jury Trial scheduled for October 10.

Forrest Martens had an Initial Appearance and Arraignment; pleading Not Guilty to charges of DUI (4+); criminal endangerment; driving while privilege to do so is suspended; no insurance; seat belt violation. Omnibus is due June 23; Pre-Trial is set for July 28; with the Jury Trial scheduled for August 21.

Paul Creason had an Initial Appearance and Arraignment, pleading Not Guilty to a charge of unlawful possession of a game animal. Omnibus is due July 7; Pre-Trial is set for December 1; with the Jury Trial scheduled for January 2, 2024.

Julie Humphries appeared for a Status Hearing; Defense stated they are working on a Change of Plea.