State of Iowa v. Kambron Marcus Diez Paige FECR243269 On May 2, 2011, the defendant in this case, Kambron M. Paige, appeared in District Court in Polk County for sentencing. The defendant had previously plead guilty to carrying weapons on school grounds. The charges arose on January 6, 2011, when the defendant Kambron Paige, brought a Bryco .380 cal. pistol into Hoover High School. Iowa Code Section 724.4B prohibits a person to go armed with, or otherwise carry, a firearm of any kind onto school grounds. The charge to which the defendant plead guilty was a Class D Felony and the Court sentenced him to five years incarceration. The court suspended the sentence and granted the defendant probation.

Jeffery Burris appeared for disposition of his probation violation in Polk County Criminal Case number FECR203868. The Court found that the defendant did violated terms and conditions of his probation and that his probation should be revoked. The defendant was sentenced to an indeterminate sentence in prison not to exceed five years.

Julius Dudley appeared for a probation violation hearing in Polk County Criminal case number FECR224963. He stipulated that he did violate his probation. The Court continued him on probation but extended his probationary period to April 23, 2012.

Robert Stephenson appeared for a probation violation hearing in Polk County Criminal case number FECR205464. The Court found the defendant in contempt, ordered him to serve twenty-five days in jail, and continued him on probation.

Bethany Sult appeared for arraignment on Polk County Criminal case number FECR245275. She entered a plea of “not guilty” and the Court scheduled a trial and pretrial hearings.

James Mayse appeared for arraignment on Polk County Criminal case number FECR245212. He entered a plea of “not guilty” and the Court scheduled a trial and pretrial hearings.

Christopher Repplinger appeared for arraignment on Polk County Criminal case number FECR242530. He entered a plea of “not guilty” and the Court scheduled a trial and pretrial hearings.

On May 3, 2011, Chataqua Young was sentenced to an indeterminate term of incarceration not to exceed 10 years in Polk County Criminal Number FECR242047 for the crime of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver (Cocaine Base "Crack") and to an indeterminate term of incarceration not to exceed 10 years in Polk County Criminal Number FECR24243007 for the crime of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver (Cocaine Base "Crack"). Over the State’s objection, the Court granted Chataqua Young a suspended sentence and placed her on probation for a period of three years. The defendant was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

On May 3, 2011, Robert Meadows was sentenced to prison in Polk County Criminal Number FECR228901 for a period not to exceed 10 years for the crime of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver (Cocaine). The Court revoked the probation previously granted to the defendant. The defendant was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

State of Iowa v. Rebbecca Youngbear FECR241866 On May 3, 2011, the defendant in this case, Rebbecca Youngbear, appeared in Polk County District Court for sentencing. She had previously plead guilty on March 25 to Burglary in the Third Degree and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The court granted the defendant a deferred judgment and placed her on probation for a period of two years. She must pay a civil penalty of $750.00 on the Burglary charge and $315.00 on the Possession of a Controlled Substance charge. The defendant was ordered to reside at the Women’s Correctional Facility, a community based residential facility, as a condition of her probation.

Steve A. Nelson in FECR245087 was arraigned on the charges of, Count I: Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, to wit, marijuana and Count II: Failure to Possess a Tax Stamp. The defendant entered a plea of not guilty. A pre-trial and trial date were set.

Brandon G. Billings FECR245104 was arraigned on the charge of Attempting to Obtain a Prescription Drug by Fraud, Deceit, Misrepresentation, or Subterfuge. The defendant entered a plea of not guilty. A pre-trial and trial date were set.

Rachael Haltom in FECR207021 was scheduled for a probation revocation status conference. The defendant has successfully completed all terms and conditions of probation with the exception of restitution and court ordered financial obligations. The defendant provided proof of her payments of all restitution. Additionally, the defendant entered a wage assignment agreement through the Polk County Attorney’s Office to pay for her court ordered financial obligations. The defendant was successfully discharged from probation.

Michelle Gilge in FECR238668 was scheduled for a probation revocation hearing. However, the defendant was hospitalized last night in the mental health unit, so the probation revocation hearing was continued until May 25, 2011 at 2:30 p.m.

Rodney Moore in FECR240712 was scheduled for a probation revocation hearing. The defendant stipulated to the report of violations. A disposition hearing was continued so the defendant can obtain a substance abuse evaluation and be screened for both the in jail treatment program and the drug intensive supervision drug court program. A disposition hearing will occur on June 6, 2011.

Joshua J. Pate in FECR242465, OM70353 and SM-AC315768 was scheduled for sentencing and a bond forfeiture hearing. The defendant however was not transported due to a scheduling mishap. This hearing has been rescheduled for May 9, 2011 at 8:45 a.m. in courtroom 204.

Crystal Rinehart in FECR245882 and SR240202 was scheduled for a bond review. The defendant’s bond was changed in FECR245882 to $5,000.00 cash only from its original $10,000.00 cash only bond. The reason for this was the defendant was originally charged with Burglary 2nd, however on the preliminary complaint it has been changed to Burglary 3rd, so the judge changed the bond to coincide with the proper level of charge. The bond in SR240202 remained a no bond hold. The defendant is on probation in SR240202.

On March 22, 2011, Christopher Grimm, FE243436, pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver-methamphetamine, as alleged in Count I of the Trial Information, in violation of Iowa Code Section 124.401(1)( c)(6), a Class C Felony. At sentencing the State argued for a 10 year suspended sentence and probation. The Defendant argued for a deferred judgment. The Court granted him a deferred judgment and probation. This case was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

On May 4, 2011, Dawn Woodruff plead guilty to the crimes of Conspiracy to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, a Class C felony, and Possession of Ephedrine or Pseudoephedrine With Intent It Be Used to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, a Class D felony, in case number FE242179. She will be sentenced on June 22, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. in courtroom 207 and faces a maximum indeterminate term of fifteen (15) years in prison and must serve a mandatory one-third term prior to becoming eligible for parole. This defendant was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

Joshua Meyers pled guilty to Burglary in the Third Degree (Second Offense) in Polk County Criminal case number FECR244069. The Court accepted his plea and his case was set for sentencing at a later date.

Joseph Wright appeared for a restitution hearing in Polk County Criminal case number FECR240846. The hearing was rescheduled to allow the parties time to resolve the case.

On May 5, 2011, Kory Merryfield was sentenced to prison in Polk County Criminal Number FECR241040 for a period not to exceed 10 years for the crime of Conspiracy to Manufacture a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), for a period not to exceed 5 years for the crime of Possession of Ephedrine or Pseudoephdrine with Intent it be Used to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, and for a period not to exceed 10 years for the crime of Neglect of a Dependent Person. The Court revoked the probation previously granted to the defendant. The defendant was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

State of Iowa v. Dennis Enos – FECR245486 – This defendant was arraigned on five counts of Forgery, all Class D felonies and entered a plea of not guilty to all counts. A pretrial conference was set for June 2, 2011, at 11:15 a.m. in Room 204 and trial was set for June 29, 2011.

State of Iowa v. Adrienne Forbush – FECR245500 – This defendant was arraigned on five counts of Forgery, all Class D felonies and entered a plea of not guilty to all counts. A pretrial conference was set for June 2, 2011, at 11:15 a.m. in Room 204 and trial was set for June 29, 2011.

State of Iowa v. Maria Littrell-Murphy – FECR244889 – This defendant was arraigned on the charge of Identity Theft as a Class D felony and entered a plea of not guilty. A pretrial conference was set for June 2, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 204 and trial was set for June 29, 2011.

State of Iowa v. Brenton Tinlin – FECR245445 – This defendant was arraigned on the charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance With Intent to Deliver – Marijuana, a Class D felony; Carrying Weapons, an Aggravated Misdemeanor; and Unlawful Possession of Prescription Drugs, a Serious Misdemeanor. To all of these charges the defendant entered a plea of not guilty and a pretrial conference was set for June 2, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. in Room 207. Trial was set for June 29, 2011.

State of Iowa v. Kevin Tjaden – FECR243874 – This defendant was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance – Third Offense, Methamphetamine, a Class D felony and entered a plea of not guilty. A pretrial conference was set for June 2, 2011, at 2:45 p.m. in Room 207 and trial was set for June 29, 2011.

State of Iowa v. Cassandra Jones – FECR241180 – This defendant was sentenced to probation having previously plead guilty to Forgery, a Class D felony. As part of the plea, Ms. Jones admitted to being in possession of counterfeit U.S. currency and trying to spend that money at a local retail store. A five year prison sentence was suspended and the defendant was placed on two years of probation to comply with all the terms and conditions as set forth by the probation officer. She was ordered to participate in a Victim Offender Reconciliation Program, pay any restitution that is due and was also assessed a fine of $750.

Tabatha Wolleson was arraigned on two counts of Theft in the Second Degree. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Deanna Pearson was arraigned on Fraudulent Practice in the Second Degree. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Karrod Wright was arraigned on Burglary 3rd, two counts of Theft 2nd, and Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Michael Gilbert was arraigned on Willful Injury causing Serious Injury, and Willful Injury causing Bodily Injury. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Mayra Flores was arraigned on two counts of Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Substance, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, and two counts of Failure to Possess a Tax Stamp. Trial is set for June 27th, 2011.

Cruz Benitez was arraigned on two counts of Serious Injury be Vehicle and one count of OWI. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Leon Edwards was arraigned on Theft in the Second Degree and Domestic Abuse Assault with intent to commit a serious injury. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Ashley Garcia was arraigned on Possession with Intent to Deliver and Failure to affix a Tax Stamp. Trial is set for June 29th, 2011.

Gary Mumford was denied his request for new counsel.

Ricky Vang pled guilty to Forgery. Sentencing is set for June 20th at 9:30 a.m. in Polk County Courtroom 204.

On May 6, 2011, Robert L. Pate stipulated to a finding of guilt in Polk County Criminal Number FECR227225 to the crime of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver (More than 50 Grams of Cocaine Base Crack) as a Second or Subsequent Offender. Sentencing was set for a later date. The defendant is being prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

On May 6th, 2011, Richard Shawhan, pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver-methamphetamine, as a lesser included offense of Count I of Trial Information FECR243311, in violation of Iowa Code Section 124.401(1)( c )(6), a Class C Felony and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver-oxycodone, as alleged in Count III of the same Trial Information, in violation of Iowa Code Section 124.401(1)( c )(8), a Class C Felony and Theft in the Second Degree, as alleged in Count I of Trial Information FECR243290, in violation of Iowa Code Section 714.1 and 714.2(2), a Class D Felony and Conspiracy to Commit a Felony, as alleged in Count II of Trial Information FECR243290, in violation of Iowa Code Section 706.1 and 706.3, also a Class D Felony. The State of Iowa agreed to run Counts I and III of FECR243311 concurrent with each other for a total period of incarceration not to exceed 10 years. The Defendant is required to serve a mandatory one-third of this sentence before being eligible for parole. Counts I and II of Trial Information FECR243290 ran consecutive to each other for a total period of incarceration not to exceed 10 years. Both 10 year sentences were run consecutive to each other for a total period of incarceration not to exceed 20 years. This case was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

On May 6th, 2011, Corey Rice, FECR244107, pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver-methamphetamine, as alleged in Count I of the Trial Information, in violation of Iowa Code Section 124.401(1)(b)(7), a Class B Felony as a Second or Subsequent Offender, in violation of Iowa Code Section 124.411. The defendant waived time and notice and requested immediate sentencing. He was sentenced to 35 years in prison with the requirement that he serve a mandatory one-third of the sentence before being eligible for parole. This case was prosecuted by the Polk County Attorney’s Office Drug and Gang Bureau.

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