Antonio Gudino-Garibay appeared for sentencing on a DUI 3rd. The judge stated he has received notice that the defendant has successfully completed the DUI Diversion Program. ADA Chelsea Sanford said the state is “hoping he can be a shining example of how that rehabilitation program can work.” Defense Attorney Jenny Hubach congratulated her client and said he has come a long way since she first met with him. The defendant said the Diversion program “made me think about my future.” He said he learned many lessons during the program. The judge also congratulated Gudino-Garibay and said, “I want to encourage you to take those lessons forward.” The judge entered a finding that the defendant has successfully completed the DUI Diversion Program. Therefore, he was sentenced as a DUI 2nd. Fines and fees and the required sentence were imposed.
Becky Ann Humphrey appeared for a status hearing. PD Jacob Sommer reported Humphrey continues cancer treatment. ADA Sanford asked for an ETA regarding when the defendant will be able to complete her sentence. Sommer said he does not have an answer for that. The judge ordered Humphrey to sign a release from her oncologist for the District Attorney's Office. A status hearing was set for March 14.
Kara Lynn Zobereski pled guilty to a Gross Misdemeanor charge of Conspiracy to Possess a Stolen Motor Vehicle, which carries a possible penalty of 364 days in Churchill County Jail and a fine of up to $2,000. Zobereski received a sentence of 364 days, suspended, and was placed on probation for 12 months with the standard conditions. She was ordered to get a mental health evaluation and to follow the recommendations of the evaluation.
Hayley Ann Riebel pled not guilty to a Category E Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance, which carries a potential penalty of 1-4 years in the Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000. PD Sommer told the court they had a negotiated agreement; however, his client has chosen not to enter into the agreement. ADA Aaron Thomas said the state will be filing amended information due to Riebel's change of mind. The defendant requested a new public defender. The judge said she could hire an attorney if she chose. Sommer will remain her counsel until/unless she does so. The judge ordered the defendant to remain with Court Services, and the arraignment was continued to January 24.
Michael Dennis Cruz Medina pled guilty to a Category D Felony of Forgery, which carries a possible penalty of 1-4 years and a fine of up to $5,000. A Pre-sentence Investigative Report was ordered, and sentencing was set for April 11.
Laura Linden Dorman pled guilty to the Category E Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance, which carries a potential penalty of 1-4 years and a fine of up to $5,000. Fees were imposed and Dorman was sentenced to 12-32 months in Nevada State Prison, suspended. She was placed on probation with standard conditions. Dorman was ordered to obtain a substance abuse evaluation and to follow the recommendations. She was also ordered to have no contact with Courtney Sammons.
Anthony Bona Alandy entered an Alford plea (plea of no contest) to the following 3 charges: 1- Category C Felony of Grand Larceny of a Motor Vehicle which carries a possible penalty of 1-5 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of $10,000, 2- Category D Felony of Burglary of a Structure, 3- Category D Felony of Obtaining or Negotiating a Document of Title for Goods. The Category D Felonies each carry a potential penalty of 1-4 years in Nevada State Prison and fines of $5,000. The judge asked ADA Priscilla Baker what the state is prepared to prove in this case if it goes to trial, which is set for March 8-10. Baker replied the state has evidence regarding a stolen Audi, Saturn Ion, Chevrolet Silver, and Ford Mustang. They also have evidence Alandy entered another person's dwelling to steal the title to the Mustang which he used to sign the vehicle over to an unknown buyer. Altogether there are 6 original charges. Baker is prepared to file amended information for all 6 charges if Alandy chooses to not follow through with the negotiated plea. Following some discussion between the judge, the defendant, and his attorney regarding the Salvation Army program, the judge ordered a Pre-sentence Investigative Report and set sentencing for April 11. The March trial date was vacated.
Kyle Jonathon Cuthill was not present for sentencing on the Category D Felony of Possession of a Schedule 1 or 2 Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Sales. A bench warrant was issued.
Zackary Keith Bulmer, in custody, pled guilty to a charge of Attempt to Commit Burglary of a Business, which can be sentenced as a Category E Felony with a possible penalty of 1-4 years in the Nevada State Prison and a fine of $5,000, or as a Gross Misdemeanor which carries the potential penalty of 364 days in Churchill County Jail and a fine of up to $2,000. As a Pre-sentence Investigative Report was previously ordered, sentencing was set for March 28.
Tychelle Elizabeth Money Carroll, in custody, pled guilty to a Category D Felony of Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card or Debit Card which carries a potential penalty of 1-4 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000. A Pre-sentence Investigative Report was ordered, and sentencing was set for April 11. PD Wright Noel asked to address custody status. He stated that before extradition, Carroll was living in Corpus Christi, Texas, where her child is, and is employed by McDonald's. He asked that his client be released on her own recognizance. ADA Sanford opposed OR stating per notes from Justice Court, Carroll stated she did not have the means to get to Fallon from Texas. The judge authorized the OR and ordered the defendant check in daily with Court Services by phone.
Darren Neil Albury, in custody, pled guilty to a Category E Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance, which carries a possible penalty of 1-4 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000. ADA Sanford said this charge does not require a Pre-sentence Investigative Report; however, there is another case pending. The judge set a court date of January 31 for both matters.
Gerred Lee Wachsmuch, in custody, pled guilty to a Category B Felony of Driving Under the Influence of an Intoxicating Liquor or a Controlled or Prohibited Substance with a prior Driving Under the Influence Felony Conviction, which carries a potential penalty of 2-15 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000, also a Category D Felony of Failure to Stop on the Signal of a Peace Officer While Under the Influence, which carries a possible penalty of 1-4 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000, and a Category B Felony of Attempt to Commit Battery that Constitutes Domestic Violence with a Subsequent Felony Offense, which carries a potential penalty of 1-10 years in Nevada State Prison. The judge ordered a Pre-sentence Investigative Report and set sentencing for April 11.
Joshua Veneble, in custody, pled guilty to a Category D Felony of Possession of a Schedule 1 or 2 Substance for the Purpose or Sales which is punishable by a possible penalty of 1-4 years in Nevada State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000. The judge ordered a Pre-sentence Investigative Report and sentencing was set for April 11. PD Woodman addressed custody status. He requested another chance at OR for his client, stating he has had more than 2 lengthy conversations with Veneble and his client understands he needs to do anything and everything Court Services asks. ADA Lane Mills said the defendant needs to "get through his head .... that he has to do what he is told to do by the court. No ifs, ands, or buts." The judge moved sentencing to July 18, telling Veneble, “I'd like to see how you do on Court Services ... because you haven't done very well so far.” Veneble agreed, saying, “No sir, I have not.” Veneble was released on his own recognizance and daily check-ins with Court Services were ordered.
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