Bryan J. Bankson appeared on a Court Services violation filed on July 19, 2021. Brenda Ingram of Court Services stated that Bankson was released from custody after two negative drug tests. On July 6, he missed the testing date. He was advised that he needed to get in and test immediately, which he did, and subsequently tested presumptively positive for THC, which he adamantly denied using. A mouth swab followed, which was negative. Ingram explained that this is not unusual as both tests have different cut-off levels. Court Services confirmed that Bankson had been working and decided to allow him to remain out of custody. Court Services submitted the tests to a lab to confirm the results. The lab report confirmed the presence of THC. Although the level was low, the court determined Bankson had used marijuana since his release from jail. Churchill County Public Defender (CCPD) Wright Noel, counsel for Bankson, stated that despite the testing confusion his client understands expectations. Assistant District Attorney (ADA) Chelsea Sanford asked that Bankson be removed from the program, however, Judge Stockard reinstated him on Court Services pending sentencing next month.
Earl McCann pled guilty to one count of Battery on an Officer, Provider of Health Care, School Employee, Taxi Cab Driver, Transit Officer, or Sports Official, a Gross Misdemeanor with a potential penalty of 364 days in jail. Lee Hotchkin Esq., retained counsel for McCann, stated that his client was at a state park where he was confronted by law enforcement officer. The encounter resulted in an ambulance being called to the scene. McCann, a former California Highway Patrol officer with PTSD, then became combative toward two health care workers. The case was postponed until August 10, 2021.
Sergio Bravo (in custody) pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance a First or Second Offense, a Category D Felony, with a potential penalty of 1-4 years in prison. CCPD Noel, counsel for Bravo, stated that his client was in possession of oxycodone on the date in question. Sentencing was scheduled for October 12, 2021.
Brayden Walker Castillo (in custody) pled guilty to Battery by a Prisoner in Custody or Lawful Confinement, a Category B Felony, which carries a potential penalty of 1-6 years in prison. CCPD Noel, counsel for Castillo, stated that his client, while in custody, kicked Deputy Burton and attempted to spit on another deputy. Sentencing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
Ryan Michael Gary Guerini (in the custody of Nevada Department of Corrections, NDOC) pled guilty to Buying, Possessing, Receiving, or Holding Stolen Property of a Value of $400 to $5000, a Category D Felony, with a potential penalty of 1-4 years in prison. CCPD Noel, counsel for Guerini, stated that his client was in possession of a stolen trailer. Judge Stockard sentenced Guerini to 19-48 months in prison to run concurrent to his current sentence.
Amram Rocko Humphrey (in custody) pled guilty to Changing, Altering, or Obliterating the Serial Number of a Firearm, a Category C Felony, with a potential penalty of 1-5 years in prison. CCPD Wright Noel, counsel for Humphrey, stated that this charge is somewhat of a legal fiction; the serial number on a semi-automatic handgun was legible but returned as stolen. Per plea negotiations, this charge was accepted by Humphrey. Sentencing is scheduled for October 12, 2021. Humphrey requested a bail reduction in his case; Judge Stockard denied the request as he has no ties to the area.
Kimberly Yvonne Martin (in custody) appeared on a probation violation report alleging that she failed to successfully complete Drug Court and did not comply with supervisory requirements of P&P which included no possession or consumption of drugs or alcohol during the terms of probation. Martin admitted that her conduct as a probationer was not as good as required. The report stated that Martin had numerous violations. ADA Sanford asked for the underlying sentence of 12-32 months in prison be invoked. Martin requested long-term inpatient treatment and a return to probation. Judge Stockard returned her to probation on a suspended sentence of 19-48 months in prison. She received credit for 191 days for time-served.
Christopher Allen Montooth appeared before Judge Stockard upon successful completion and graduating from the three-year DUI Diversion. Montooth thanked the court for the opportunity for DUI Diversion. He said he has learned to navigate difficulties in life in a way that has only benefitted him. Montooth was fined $838 for the originating DUI and ten days in jail which was satisfied by the Diversion program.
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