Reuben Job Conkle was not present for his scheduled arraignment. Conkle was released on his own recognizance June 12. By June 18, he was failing to appear for Court Services. A no-bail warrant was issued.
Ciera Elizabeth Coatney appeared for sentencing on Driving Under the Influence of an Intoxicating Liquor or a Controlled or Prohibited Substance With a Prior Felony Conviction for Driving Under the Influence, a Category B Felony, to which she pleaded guilty March 3. Deputy District Attorney Priscilla Baker, representing the state, remained silent pursuant to plea negotiations.
Churchill County Public Defender Jacob Sommer began the defense argument. "No one on this side of the table here is going to suggest that this offense Ciera is here for is not important," he said. Sommer said his client recognizes someone could have been harmed by her conduct and how devastating that trauma could have been. He told Judge Maddox, "What makes this case deserving of a sentence that is on the lowest end of the statutory range is not the offense itself. We recognize that seriousness because of the person who is seated next to me."
Sommer said from the beginning of the case, Coatney has been cooperative and accepted responsibility. She has done everything she has been asked to do. The defendant has appeared for every hearing, complied with court orders, complied with Court Services, and maintained regular and responsible contact with his office. Sommer said all of this demonstrates that "she takes this matter seriously, and that she respects the authority of this court." He said Coatney is "a homeowner, she's a successful business owner in our community, and she's a single mother who has worked hard to provide stability for her family."
Sommer shared that a few years ago Coatney's son was struck by a vehicle and run over. He survived; however, the incident marked the beginning of a significant struggle for Coatney. For years before that, she had maintained her sobriety. However, under that pressure, "my recovery is the one thing I neglected," Sommer said. He added there have already been massive consequences for the defendant. "She's embarrassed, she's frightened ... she knows she's going to prison today."
Coatney told Judge Maddox, "I'm truly sorry to the community. I'm so thankful and happy nobody got hurt. I'm actually ready to not just get sober, but to recover."
Judge Maddox sentenced Coatney to 24 to 60 months in prison, imposed a $2,000 fine and all other statutory requirements. Fees and assessments were imposed. The defendant was remanded to the custody of the sheriff for imposition of the sentence.
Aaron Wendel Denshire appeared for a hearing regarding his removal from Drug Court.
Churchill County Alternate Public Defender Wright Noel explained to the court that his client appeared two weeks earlier on a probation violation. At that time, Judge Thomas Stockard reinstated Denshire on probation with the condition that he enter and successfully complete the Western Nevada Regional Drug Court Program. Denshire entered Drug Court and completed an evaluation, which determined he did not require treatment, so he was returned to District Court. Noel said, "It is not a removal in the sense of non-compliance or non-completion, but the Drug Court feels that there is nothing they're able to do for Mr. Denshire."
Deputy District Attorney Priscilla Baker argued, "Drug Court is for high-risk, high-needs. It's for individuals that can't stay sober without help." She said the defendant absconded and did nothing while on probation for 1,020 days. Then he had the opportunity to enter Drug Court, where he was honest and said he had been sober for the previous 14 months. "He's not a candidate for Drug Court. He is not high risk, high needs. So he was returned to this court." Baker argued Denshire should not be rewarded for absconding and doing nothing while on probation. She said he came back before the court claiming he needed Drug Court although he had been sober for 14 months. The state asked that probation be revoked and that the court impose the underlying sentence of 12 to 36 months in prison on the underlying charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Judge Maddox revoked Denshire's probation, ordered him to serve 30 days in jail, and dishonorably discharged him from probation. He was remanded to the custody of the sheriff for imposition of the sentence.
Teasha Marie Arrich-Rupley's sentencing was continued to July 7.
Austin Taylor Dyer, in custody, admitted to two sentencing violations, one filed in May 2025 involving residence, controlled substances, weapons, conduct, laws, employment, financial obligations, and restitution, and a second filed in June 2026 involving weapons, conduct, and laws.
The underlying charges are Conspiracy to Commit Burglary, a Gross Misdemeanor, and Burglary of a Motor Vehicle, a Category E Felony. The underlying sentences are 364 days in jail and 12 to 36 months in prison.
Judge Maddox revoked Dyer's probation, gave him credit for 679 days served, and ordered him to serve the remainder of his sentence.
Kevin Jay Chico, in custody, was not present for his scheduled competency hearing after declining the opportunity to attend the proceedings. His attorney noted this was not unusual for his client.
Because Drs. Patterson and Pierson each found Chico competent, Judge William Maddox remanded the case to Justice Court for further proceedings.
Maverick Woodward Richards, in custody, appeared for his scheduled competency hearing. Having been restored to competency, Richards' case was remanded to Justice Court for further proceedings.
Carissa Lee Marshall, in custody, appeared for her competency hearing. Having been found incompetent, but capable of being restored to competency, Marshall was remanded to Lakes Crossing Center for continued treatment.
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