Court Beat 10/28/2022
 | Author:
Dee Gannon
MT43 News Correspondent |
Court Beat 10-28
Dee Gannon
The criminal docket in Judge Chris Abbot’s courtroom on October 28 was as follows:
Sarkis Alikyan appeared by Zoom from California, where he lives. He was scheduled to have a Pre-Trial Conference. He will appear for a Change of Plea on January 6, 2023. His trial is vacated.
Priscilla Evans was to have a Pre-Trial Conference. Her trial date was vacated. She will have a change of Plea on January 6, 2023.
Dylan Kimbrough had an Initial Appearance and Arraignment, pleading Not Guilty to charges of criminal possession of dangerous drugs (meth), criminal possession of drug paraphernalia and DUI alcohol or drugs (2nd offense). Omnibus is due by December 16. The pre-Trial is set for February 17, 2023, with the Jury Trial scheduled for March 13. A second case for Kimbrough, a Petition to Revoke a deferred sentence, states that he failed to remain law-abiding and he failed to maintain the condition of no alcohol or drugs. He denied the allegations but will have an Evidentiary Hearing on March 24, 2023. He must have a drug patch by Monday, October 31, have a Urinary Analysis Monday morning, and apply for and complete a chemical dependency evaluation, showing proof of completion.
Marthinus Volschenk appeared for a Change of Plea, pleading guilty to assault on a minor. In his elocution, he stated he grabbed the arm of a teenager (under 14) and kissed her on the forehead, without her consent. He receives a $5000 fine and must pay all fees and surcharges. Since Volschenk’s work visa expires on October 31 he is on his way back to South Africa, not able to enter the United States again.
Turner Kinnick appeared for an Initial Appearance and Arraignment, pleading Not Guilty to assault with a weapon. Omnibus is due by December 30. Pre-Trial is set for March 24, with the Jury Trial scheduled for April 24
Pablo Gonzalez had an Initial Appearance and Arraignment, pleading Not Guilty to partner/family member assault (3rd offense). Omnibus is due by December 16. The pre-Trial is set for February 13, 2023, with the Jury Trial scheduled for March 13.
