Court report

August 16: Bench warrants for failure to appear were issued against Loretto Jones, who is charged with vehicle theft and violating conditions of release.

August 20: An adjudication hearing for Richard Anderson, accused of violating conditions of parole, was recessed until August 27.

August 22: A felony first appearance was held for Aaron E. Young, who is charged with driving under the influence and refusing a chemical test. He was released on an appearance bond and a performance bond of $5,000. Young also agreed to not leave Wrangell without the court’s permission, will not operate a motor vehicle, and will not consume or possess any alcohol and will submit to chemical testing if requested.

August 26: The court heard the case of Daniel Newport vs. Adrienne McLaughlin. Newport claims that McLaughlin was one of his tenants, but that she owed him money and caused damages to the rented property. McLaughlin denied these claims, stating that the property was in poor condition. She added that Newport had been threatening and vindictive to her. Judge Kevin Miller said that the case would be taken under advisement, and he would send a decision in writing, explaining any monetary damages due and why. Both parties will have 30 days to appeal this decision

August 27: James Michael Howe appeared at an omnibus hearing, charged with being a felon in possession of a prohibited weapon, residing in a dwelling with a prohibited weapon, and harassment. A trial date was set for Sept. 24.

A series of hearings were held for Loretto Jones. An omnibus hearing was held in regards to charges of possession of a controlled substance, making false statements, tampering with evidence, and violating conditions of release. A jury trial was set for Nov. 26. An omnibus hearing was also held in regards to charges of vehicle theft and violating conditions of release. A jury trial was set for Sept. 24. A motion to withdraw by Steven Hansen was also granted.

Theodosia James was arraigned on charges of theft and violating conditions of release. An order to show cause hearing was scheduled for Sept. 3.

An adjudication hearing for Richard Anderson, charged with violating conditions of release, was scheduled to continue on Sept. 3.