District Court May 13

The Tenth Judicial District Court convened Tuesday, May 13, 2025.with Judge Thomas Stockard presiding. 

Joseph Anthony Mathison pleaded guilty to the Category E Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine), a first or second offense, punishable by 1-4 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. Sentencing was set for June 24. 

Vincent Allen Austin pleaded guilty to the Gross Misdemeanor of Injury to Another's Property $250 to $5,000, which is punishable by up to 364 days in jail and a $2,000 fine. Deputy District Attorney (DDA) Priscilla Baker said Austin’s criminal history includes prior charges for injury to property, possession of a controlled substance, larceny, and battery, dating back before 2016. 

“This defendant has an alcohol problem,” Baker said, telling the court that Austin had passed out drunk.” A bartender woke him and suggested it was time to go home. In response, Austin “threw a fit,” which included throwing an ashtray at the bartender and “then punching one of the slot machines,” causing $838.20 in damages. Baker said the bartender and the state want Austin to get help to prevent future incidents. “We want him to pay the restitution and seek help for his problem,” she concluded. 

Churchill County Public Defender (CCPD) Jacob Sommer agreed, saying his client had already started addressing the issue by obtaining a substance abuse evaluation and beginning anger management and counseling. Austin told the Court, “I just had a slip-up.” He said he turned to alcohol after his brother died. 

Judge Stockard granted Austin probation on a suspended 364-day jail sentence. Austin must pay $838.20 in restitution at $150 per month, obtain a substance abuse evaluation, and find employment for at least 20 hours per week within 30 days. 

Kristin Kay Scott admitted to a Non-Technical Sentencing Violation for leaving the Hoving Hope substance abuse treatment program after completing only two of twelve requirements and for failing to report to the Division of Parole and Probation. 

CCPD Sommer asked for a dishonorable discharge from probation, noting that Scott had spent about half her probation in custody and has been trying to comply, albeit inconsistently. He said she regrets leaving the Hoving Hope program, is now living in Elko, seeking employment, and is clean and sober. 

“I've been doing the best I can this last year,” Scott told the court. “I put a lot of effort into trying to comply with you guys.” She acknowledged falling short of expectations. 

Senior Deputy District Attorney (SDA) Chelsea Sanford requested revocation of probation and opposed a dishonorable discharge. “It’s time that she actually own up to her problem. She cannot do it on her own; and she will not listen to this Court,” Sanford said, in hopes that prison might prompt Scott to respect the court, the judicial system, and Nevada’s laws. 

When Judge Stockard asked when she last used, Scott said she used meth a week ago. He ordered immediate drug testing. Court Services returned a positive result for methamphetamine, MDMA, and marijuana. Judge Stockard found her in direct contempt for appearing high in court and sentenced her to seven days in jail. She was remanded to custody and the hearing halted. 

Christopher Anakin Marcelino appeared for sentencing on the Category C Felony of Battery Causing Substantial Bodily Harm, to which he pleaded guilty in March. “We’re here today because the defendant got into a fight with his father,” said DDA Baker. She said the victim, Marcelino’s father, knows his son struggles with substance use and wants him to get help. At the victim’s request, the state supported diversion. 

When Judge Stockard asked how Drug Court was going, Marcelino said he had not used drugs or alcohol and that the program was helping him stay clean. 

Stockard placed Marcelino on probation for 12 months with the condition he complete Drug Court, follow the recommendations of a substance abuse evaluation, and not possessing aerosol cans. “With addiction, short-term change is easy; long-term change is a challenge,” Judge Stockard said. “And that’s why we’re going to have you in that specialty court; so you can do that.” 

Mekyel Kenneth Tybo, in custody, pleaded guilty to the Category E Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine), a first or second offense, punishable by 1-4 years in prison and a fine up to $5,000. The charge mandates probation. Tybo received a suspended sentence of 12–48 months with the condition that he obtain and follow the recommendations of a substance abuse evaluation. 

Bradley Nelson Rogne, in custody, pleaded guilty to I) the Category B Felony of Duty to Stop at the Scene of a Crash Causing Death or Personal Injury, punishable by 2-20 years in prison and a $2,000–$5,000 fine, II) the Misdemeanor of No Proof of Insurance, punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $600–$1,000 fine, and III) the Misdemeanor Failure to Yield for a Vehicle Approaching or Entering an Intersection, punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine up to $1,000. The court ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set sentencing for July 15. 

Amber Lynn Krenzxavier, in custody, pleaded guilty to the Gross Misdemeanor of Injuring or Tampering with a Vehicle, punishable by up to 364 days in a fine up to $2,000 fine; and to the Category B Felony of Battery by a Probationer, punishable by 1-6 years in prison in which Krenzxavier is alleged to have bit an officer on the wrist while on probation. The court ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set sentencing for July 15. 

Krenzxavier also appeared on a Non-Technical Sentencing Violation dating back to November and related to these charges, to which she admitted to failing to meet the terms of her release. CCPD Sommer requested an own-recognizance release for medical reasons to which CDDA Mills objected, stating, “This defendant keeps running amok every time she is let out … She is a danger to the community, she's a danger to the victims in this matter, she's a danger to law enforcement by the way she behaves.” Judge Stockard denied the request and set a disposition hearing for July 15. 

Megan Ann Blakeley failed to appear for her arraignment. Judge Stockard issued a $10,000 cash-only bench warrant. 

Jolean Marie Boag’s status hearing was continued to June 6. 

Misty Dawn Orpiada failed to appear for her status hearing. A $5,000 cash-only bench warrant was issued. Following discussion between the Court, the State, and the defense, the June 4–6 trial date was vacated. 

Patrick Michael Mineard Jr. was not present for a hearing regarding a petition for honorable discharge. The matter was continued until May 20.