Example Article for Justice of the Peace
Justice of the Peace Report
Author: Samuel Anagnostou, Justice Court Clerk
Justice of the Peace Report
Samuel Anagnostou
Justice Court Clerk
MONTANA HIGHWAY PATROL FINES
Barry A. Riesland – Bozeman – Speeding on national 4 lane – exceed day limit of 75mph – paid fines - $70 fines & fees
Carson G. Meyer – Belgrade – Speeding on national 4 lane – exceed day limit of 75mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Cleveland C. Smith – East Helena – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Christina L. Thompson – Livingston – Improper Passing – In no passing zone – paid fines - $85 fines & fees
Joshua I. Murphy – Willow Creek – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – paid fines - $70 fines & fees
John C. Hassler – East Helena – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Mckenna M. Gregg – Townsend – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
April C. Graves – Bozeman – Speeding on national 4 lane – exceed day limit of 75mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Katherine M. Ecker – Helena – Careless Driving – paid fines - $85 fines & fees
David R. Crumley – Clancy – Speeding on National 4 lane – exceed day limit of 75mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Nickey A. Rangel – Helena – Operating without liability insurance in effect 1st offense – plead guilty - $285 fines & fees.
Wendell T. Cotham – Hohenwald TN – Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs 1st offense – plead guilty - $375.00 fine. Sentenced to six (6) months in Broadwater County Jail with execution of all but one (1) day suspended for six (6) months with good behavior and completion of other programs. Defendant to enroll in ACT Class or TN equivalent within one (1) month, to be completed within four (4) months. Probationary license recommended after payment of reinstatement fees.
Melissa J. Smith – Helena – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – plead guilty - $20 fines & fees
- Fail to carry proof or exhibit/insurance in vehicle – owner or operator 3rd or subsequent offense – plead guilty - $535 fines & fees. Sentenced to ten (10) days in Broadwater County Jail with the execution of all jail suspended for a period of six (6) months with good behavior. License plates & registration on vehicle suspended until proof of insurance compliance provided to MVD. Court recommends probationary plates.
Yahir Suarez Guerrero – Bozeman – Fail to drive to right of roadway except when passing – plead guilty - $100 fines & fees
- Careless Driving – Plead guilty - $100 fines & fees
BROADWATER COUNTY FINES
Travis P. Williams – Bozeman – Speeding on non-interstate – exceed day limit of 70mph – paid fines - $20 fines & fees
Heather L. Bickhart – Helena – Stop Sign Violation – Paid fines - $45 fines & fees
MOTOR CARRIER SERVICES
Fred C. Petersen – Three Forks – Operating a Vehicle with weight Greater than the maximum authorized – paid fines - $160 fines & fees
Andrew C. Garcia – Pueblo CO – Fail to register O/S MV when used for hire or person gainfully employed in Montana – paid fines - $85 fine
INITIAL APPEARANCE FOR DISTRICT COURT
Anthony J. Chovanak – Jefferson City – Defendant was given a courtesy appearance in Justice Court. No Plea Taken. Defendant is Innocent of charges until proven guilty. Defendant is charged with Criminal Possession of Dangerous Drugs – Not otherwise provided for in Subsection 45-9-102(1) or (2). Defendant is charged with Criminal Possession of Drugs with Intent to Distribute. $15,000.00 bond with conditions for release. Given District Court Appearance Date.
INITIAL APPEARANCE - OTHER JURISDICTION
Anthony J. Chovanak – Jefferson City – Initial Appearance Arrest of District Court Warrant – Defendant was arrested on a warrant issued by Yellowstone County District Court to answer information filed against him. Defendant to be committed to Broadwater County Jail until Transport or Post Bond. $25,000.00 bond with conditions. If bond is posted, Defendant to appear in Yellowstone County District Court within five (5) days of release.
Anthony J. Chovonak – Jefferson City – Initial Appearance Arrest of District Court Warrant – Defendant was arrested on Warrant issued by Yellowstone County District Court for failing to appear. Defendant to be committed to Broadwater County Jail until transport. No Bond.
John Scott – Initial Appearance Arrest of District Court Warrant – Defendant was arrested on Warrant issued by Silver Bow County District Court to answer the charges filed against him. Defendant committed to Broadwater County Jail until transport or post bond. $5,000.00 bond with conditions. If defendant posts bond, to appear at Silver Bow County District Court within five (5) days.
George A. Collins – Toston – Initial Appearance arrest of Foreign Warrant – Defendant was arrested on Warrant issued by Lewis & Clark County Justice Court. Defendant to be committed to Broadwater County Detention Facility until transport or post bond. $10,000.00 bond with conditions. If defendant posts bond, to appear in Lewis & Clark County Justice Court within ten (10) days.
