They will frequently tell you that this is a take it or leave it offer and that you will not get the same offer again. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. A 40 year old Mapleton man was pronounced deceased at the scene. Jamie S. Gagne, 26, of Presque Isle, gross sexual assault, unlawful sexual contact (2 counts). Charges include kidnapping, assaults, drug offenses. 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). The Unified Criminal Docket (UCD) does just that It merges the Superior Courts criminal dockets and the District Court, historically two separate courts for purposes of criminal law, into one Court. The Superior Court granted summary judgment and awarded damages to the State of Maine in its suit against Moosehead Mountain Resort that sought to enforce covenants on a ski area once owned by the state and now owned by Moosehead, to ensure that the land remained available to the public. or 1-800-432-7381 Ext. (WAGM) Grand jury indictments. In this case, the Defense would rest, and each side would present closing arguments, after which the Jury would decide the case. Rodriguez, in his affidavit, said police could see marks on the girls back and neck. P. 41(g). You will typically be given a dispositional conference date shortly after the arraignment. You should discuss this decision with your attorney very carefully. Each side is then given peremptory strikes of jurors and can also challenge potential jurors for cause. You are also encouraged to call the juror information line before you leave your residence at 1-800-222-0225 for any last minute changes. Shane L. Kurtyka, 42, of Van Buren, domestic violence terrorizing. See 30-A M.R.S. COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. 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. For all crimes carrying jail time as a possible sentence, you are constitutionally entitled to a court-appointed attorney if you cannot afford one. If you disagree with the sentence, you may file an Application to allow appeal of the sentence to the Maine Supreme Court. Kaysie J. Corey, 27, Vinalhaven, aggravated trafficking in drugs (heroin, fentanyl), trafficking in drugs, furnishing drugs in August 2021 in Knox County. Keith A. Putek, 32, of Augusta, burglary, theft by unauthorized taking, criminal mischief and violation of condition of release, Sept. 29, in Augusta. Norris R. Frost, 37, of Caribou, operating after license revocation, possession of drugs (2 counts), and violation of conditions of release. David R. Norrie, 46, of Palmyra, two counts of theft by unauthorized taking, Aug. 13, 2021, and Oct. 14, 2021, in Belgrade. Michael P. Beal, 49, Portland, aggravated criminal mischief, theft in December 2018 in Friendship involving the fishing vessel Rotten Hog. Gene N. Charette Jr., 40, of Madawaska, violating condition of release, contact. Melaku M. Dingle, 43, of Bayonne, New Jersey, aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs. Scott Morrison, 46, of Farmingdale, unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs (cocaine), unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (Suboxone), and forfeiture of $12,925, May 17, 2021, in Gardiner. Because people often get nervous on the stand, many defense attorneys strongly discourage their clients from testifying in a criminal trial. 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. Before the unified criminal docket, the Superior Court heard certain crimes, while the District Court heard other crimes. The Medical Examiners Office ruled the mans death was the result of an overdose of heroin and fentanyl. Easlers PO moved to revoke Easlers probation on the grounds that he failed to comply with those conditions. State of Maine Judicial Branch Region VI: Knox Superior Court, Rockland District Court, Lincoln Superior Court, Wiscasset District Court, Sagadahoc Superior Court, West Bath District Court, Waldo Superior Court, Belfast District Court, Region VII: Hancock Superior Court, Ellsworth District Court, Washington Superior Court, Machias District Court, Calais District Court, Region VIII: Aroostook Superior Court, Caribou District Court, Fort Kent District Court, Houlton District Court, Madawaska District Court, Presque Isle District Court. On December 1, 2021 Carney was taken into custody by members of Troop F without incident. Upon suspecting Nicholas Norris of trafficking in drugs, law enforcement obtained warrants in Penobscot County to track and search Norriss vehicle. Jacob C. Hagy, 26, of Houlton, aggravated assault. The indictments were among those handed up last week by a Kennebec County grand jury. 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. Voelker appeals, arguing that the Probate Court erred in entering a judgment against Voelker because (1) it applied the wrong standard of review to the motions for judgment on the pleadings and failed to convert the motions to Rule 56 summary judgment motions and (2) the November 2016 document is a valid will under the Maine Uniform Probate Code. Oakes learned of the cloud on the title and filed a complaint in the Superior Court against the Town seeking a declaratory judgment that the State is the rightful owner of the property and requesting damages for the purchase price and taxes that she had paid on the property. Sean Charles Allen, 48, of Wallagrass, domestic violence assault, assault. You should, therefore, not be concerned about a court-appointed attorney representing you. State of Maine v Doug Nile has settled and jurors for Panel 6 do NOT need to appear. Elizabeth C. Shumway, 27, of Caribou, reckless conduct with a firearm, domestic violence criminal threatening with a weapon, criminal misconduct. Brandon J. Raye, 37, Cushing, trafficking in drugs (cocaine, heroin, fentanyl) two counts of possession of drugs, violation of condition of release in December 2021 in Knox County, criminal forfeiture of $1,400. (a) Number of Grand Jurors. 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. Austin C. Podziewski, 35, Portland, aggravated assault, aggravated operating after habitual offender revocation, criminal operating under the influence in November 2021 on Vinalhaven. The parties filed cross-motions for judgment on the pleadings to establish which is the operative will. Each case is different, however, and sometimes defendant testimony is important. Richard Tominsky v. Town of Ogunquit et al. PROHIBITION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES:Please be advised that pursuant to Administrative Order JB-20-01, use of electronic devices during trial or while in deliberations are prohibited and all devices will need to be temporarily surrendered. Home 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 It is often the case that constitutional grounds are raised as to why your conviction should be overturned. Jason A. Ladd, 37, of Augusta, aggravated assault, domestic violence criminal threatening, and two counts of violating condition of release, May 12, 2021, in Gardiner. In a separate matter involving the same lot, the code enforcement officer issued a certificate of occupancy to the LLC. An indictment is not a finding of guilt, but an indication that there is enough evidence in a case to move forward with a trial. At the hearing, the State presented the retired POs notes and a different POs affidavit and testimony. Lauren E. Parker; Elliott R. Teel; Jonathan M. Flagg. Daniel Joseph Couto Jr., 31, of Windsor, tampering with a victim and violation of condition of release, Oct. 5, in Waterville. Typically, Defendants cannot get any record of what happens in the grand jury proceedings under the unified criminal docket. Grand Jurors numbers 1,3,11,13,16,19,22,24,25,32,38,44,47,48,49,50,51,52,54,56,58, & 59 your date has been postponed to March 2, 2023 @ 830 AM. If the Defense does put on a case because it believes it is necessary to create a reasonable doubt, the Defense will then put on its own witnesses and enter its own exhibits. 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. Francis Janusz et al. Grand jury proceedings are private. Grand jury indictments. The case summaries are prepared by Court staff for the convenience of the public and are not to be construed as statements of the Court. The idea is that when cases move quickly, the unified criminal docket better protects a Defendants right to a speedy trial while helping the Court serve more individuals and save on costs. COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. Timothy Demoura, 24, of Presque Isle, aggravated assault, obstructing the report of a crime. Among other conditions of probation, Joshua Easler was required to report to his probation officer (PO) and obtain the POs permission before moving. This Court invited amicus briefs to address whether Winchesters right to a speedy trial was violated under article 1, section 6 of the Maine Constitution or under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Specifically, she argues that she has been sober for eighteen months, that she has been committed to services to resolve her mental health issues but the Department of Health and Human Services did not provide sufficient reunification services, and that the children have been moved several times since being placed in the Departments care and there is therefore no permanency at stake were she to be given a fair chance to reunify.. Shawn M. Hall, 43, South Thomaston, two counts of unlawful possession of drugs in October 2021 in South Thomaston. You may also call the jury information line: 1-800-322-2240. Once a case is up for a trial, the jury will be impaneled, and the trial will begin. Cody J. Boucher, 32, of Mapleton, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs, criminal trespass, and violation of conditions of release. (File photo | The Star-Herald). 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. This is proof that is almost certainly true. The aggravated assault charges are Class A crimes, punishable by up to 30 years in prison. The Unified Criminal Docket is intended to streamline the criminal process and move criminal cases through the system more efficiently. David Sharbutt, 31, of Fort Fairfield, criminal threatening with a weapon. Grand jury service may last a full day. Anything less than this requires that the jury acquitted the Defendant. Dana Ian Whitmore, 45, of Gardiner, domestic violence criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, Nov. 20, 2021, in Gardiner. Paul L. Langenbach, 41, of Fort Kent, domestic violence assault, assault. 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. Cross, 33, of Caribou, operating after license revocation. Zachary Crouch, 21, of Mars Hill, aggravated operation under the influence, operating beyond license restrictions. Richard Gioia, 51, Franklin, aggravated trafficking in drugs (fentanyl), violation of a condition of release, illegal importation of drugs in September 2021 in Knox County. Once a jury is picked, the trial will be ready to proceed. Megan L. Waterman, 37, of Gardiner, two counts of operating after revocation, Oct. 27, in Litchfield. (b) Objections to Grand Jury and to Grand Jurors. 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