Grand jury service may last a full day. Melinda M. Palmer, 37, of Waterville, two counts of theft by unauthorized taking, May 2, 2020, in China. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis convened the grand jury to investigate after a Jan. 2, 2021, phone call revealed then President Trump asking Georgia Secretary of State Brad . HOULTON, Maine A Houlton woman charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, along with violating the conditions of her release, was among 57 indictments handed up for judicial review by an Aroostook County Grand Jury in February. A grand jury reviews evidence submitted by a prosecutor for the State of Maine (Assistant Attorney General) or a prosecutor representing the District Attorney's Office for a county or prosecutorial district to determine whether a person should be charged with a crime (issued as an indictment). Kevin C. Simpson, 35, of Waterville, was indicted by a grand jury recently on three counts of. Comments are not available on this story. FOR ANY CHANGES OR CONCERNS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, PLEASE TUNE INTO YOUR LOCAL NEWS CHANNELS AS WELL THE MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH WEBSITE FOR DELAYS OR CANCELLATIONS. Kylee K. Zetterman, 19, of Connor Township, burglary of a motor vehicle (2 counts), theft (2 counts), unauthorized use, and violation of conditions of release. The dispositional conference is a meeting of the prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge. Sentencing is a separate hearing in most cases. The gross sexual assault charges, which are Class A felony offenses, allege Curry engaged in a sexual act with a child who was younger than 12 years old. Aleisa Demichael, 46, Waldoboro, two counts of terrorizing in February 2021 in Rockland. If you have any questions, please call 882-6363 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The victim was fatally shot on Nov. 12, 2021, in a Fort Worth neighborhood. Eric M. Condon, 33, of Easton, possession of firearm by a prohibited person, burglary, theft, criminal mischief, violating condition of release (2 counts). Toby Blodgett, 45, of Clinton, criminal operating under the influence and driving to endanger, July 24, in Clinton. If you are unclear about the advice given to you, you should probably plead not guilty so that you can get a lawyer of your own. Daniel R. Compagna, 51, of Pittston criminal operating under the influence, Sept. 27, in Augusta. Karina M. Gray, 28, of Presque Isle, domestic violence assault. The Town, believing that it owned the property, purported to sell the property and, after a series of transfers, Wilhelmine Dennis Oakes purchased the property in 2008. [CDATA[ Jason I. Faggiole, 37, of Fort Kent, theft and violation of conditions of release. Thank you for reading your 4 free articles this month. It is common for prosecutors to make offers to people for lesser charges or specific sentences to get people to plead out at the Arraignment stage. Norris moved to suppress the traffic stop, and the trial court denied the motion. Aaron R. Dodd, 26, of Woodland, burglary, theft, aggravated criminal misconduct, and violation of conditions of release. Devin G. Meklin, 26, Warren, domestic violence assault, domestic violence terrorizing, two counts of violation of a protective order. Gary S. Peters, 51, Cushing, aggravated criminal OUI. George D. LaCasse, 41, of Caribou, theft, criminal trespass, and violation of conditions of release. Norris R. Frost, 37, of Caribou, operating after license revocation, possession of drugs (2 counts), and violation of conditions of release. Police stated in an affidavit filed in court the victim was held against her will in Ellis Park Street residence for more than a week. Aaron M. Finnemore, 27, of Bridgewater, domestic violence assault, domestic violence criminal threatening, domestic violence reckless conduct. COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. Robert A. Potter, 36, of Augusta, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (fentanyl powder), unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (fentanyl powder), and operating after suspension, Aug. 1, 2021, in Augusta. That number is 1-800-292-2014. That PO retired before the revocation hearing. Richard Gioia, 51, Franklin, aggravated trafficking in drugs (fentanyl), violation of a condition of release, illegal importation of drugs in September 2021 in Knox County. Please do not bring your phones into the courthouse as the marshal will have to take it and put it away for you until you leave. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"n6LoAeSmyR9ILvWU4WUOBBJzaLzpKkoqgCAKhzSPhdM-1800-0"}; 9, Houlton: (207) 532-5400 Defense attorneys spend much of their time with the jury attempting to remind them that they must look past all of the prejudices against the Defendant and force the State to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. Comments are not available on this story. Thomas N. Lucier, 41, Rockland, dissemination of sexual explicit materials involving minors, possession of sexually explicit materials, unlawful possession of drugs in January 2021 in Rockland. . 1 min read. Troop F - On October 19, 2019 Cpl. **1:00 PM**** 70, 79, 152, 198, 257, 300, 309, 338, (172 if not sitting on another panel). Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. If you are charged with a misdemeanor (i.e., a Class D or E-Crime in Maine), the first time you appear before the Court will be for an Arraignment, during which the Court will recite for you the details of the charge against you. Kevin C. Simpson, 35, of Waterville, was indicted by a grand jury recently on three counts of aggravated assault and one count each of domestic violence assault and domestic violence assault on a child younger than 6 years old. Joshua L. Brown, 37, of Gardiner, robbery, Nov. 10, 2021, in Gardiner. Kayla L. Hanson, 21, of Presque Isle, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (2 counts) and violation of conditions of release. You have a constitutional right against self-incrimination. The Medical Examiners Office ruled the mans death was the result of an overdose of heroin and fentanyl. Troy C. Blier, 32, of Caribou, theft (2 counts). Daniel P. Babcock, 55, of Augusta, domestic violence assault and refusing to submit to arrest, Aug. 30, in Augusta; and violation of condition of release, between Sept. 1 and Oct. 25, in Augusta. Tiffany M. Hyson, 33, of Madawaska, unlawful trafficking, unlawful furnishing. Austin Lamont Bing, 26, of Winslow, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a knife, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a firearm, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, and terrorizing, Oct. 6, in Winslow; and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, a knife, unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (cocaine), and terrorizing, Oct. 7, in Waterville. v. City of Portland, John Brautigam; Benjamin Gaines; Jen Thompson, Municipal charters, citizen initiatives; "revision" versus "amendment" of charter, Maine Coalition to Stop Smart Meters v. Public Utilities Commission, Scott L. Sells; Jordan McColman; Amy Mills, Public utilities; safety of solid-state non-transmitting electric meters. Rici M. Hoyt, 28, of Presque Isle, unlawful possession of drugs, refusing to submit to arrest. or 1-800-432-7381 Ext. An initial appearance occurs before an indictment by a grand jury. Aroostook County voters skewed largely Republican in statewide races on Election Day. This will consist of putting on witnesses and offering physical evidence to the Court through exhibits. Each side will present evidence as to what the sentence for the crime should be by considering the offenses particular nature and seriousness. You should, therefore, not be concerned about a court-appointed attorney representing you. Court-appointed attorneys in Maine are local attorneys who have agreed to accept appointed cases from the Court. Timothy Demoura, 24, of Presque Isle, aggravated assault, obstructing the report of a crime. If there are motions, the Court will set a motion hearing where the two sides will be able to argue their cases on the admissibility of particular evidence, ask for missing discovery, etc. The city classified the initiative as a proposed revision of the city charter, which is submitted to voters only if it is first recommended by a charter commission, and not as a proposed amendment, which is submitted directly to voters. Michael G. Bragg, 32, of Winslow, aggravated forgery, operating after suspension, failure to give correct name and improper plates, March 15, in Winslow. Aaron K. Lindsay, 35, of Augusta, aggravated criminal mischief and violation of condition of release, Oct. 15, in Augusta. or 1-800-452-4664 Ext. John H. Michaud, 45, of Fort Kent, aggravated criminal trespass, criminal misconduct, assault, burglary, theft. If the jury cannot agree, it will be considered a hung jury. Tragically, in recent weeks, drug related overdoses and deaths have been on a sharp increase with Troopers responding to assist on medical calls throughout the County or responding to conduct investigations in the unfortunate event of an overdose death. Carver, 49, of Randolph, criminal operating under the influence, operating after suspension and violation of condition of release, Sept. 3, 2021, in Randolph. The case summaries are prepared by Court staff for the convenience of the public and are not to be construed as statements of the Court. The code enforcement officer of the Town of Ogunquit issued six building permits for a single residential house lot to 477 Shore Road, LLC. Shane L. Kurtyka, 42, of Van Buren, domestic violence terrorizing. Joseph Cyr February 24, 2021 CARIBOU, Maine A 42-year-old Bowdoinham man who created a nine-hour standoff with police in Presque Isle in September, was among 65 indictments handed up for judge review for the month of October by the Aroostook County Grand Jury. Joshua M. Haffod, 25, of Wallagrass, domestic violence assault (2 counts), criminal mischief, refusing to submit to arrest, violating condition of release. Your attorney will also review the evidence and may file Motions to Suppress, Motions for Discovery, and Motions in Limine, and other dispositive or evidentiary motions with the Court. The revised terms and conditions allow CMP to replace its electromechanical meters with solid-state meters that do not transmit data via radio waves. An indictment is not a finding of guilt but indicates enough evidence exists for a case to proceed toward trial. Troopers are currently actively investigating five drug overdose deaths that have ocurred since the beginning of November. The need for change in Augusta was the primary focus of Republican candidates who spoke at a grand opening of the Fort Kent party headquarters on Friday, Sept. 23. The offenses are alleged to have occurred in March 2021 in Rockland, Thomaston, and Owls Head. After the rebuttal stage, each side will then present closing arguments to the jury, explaining their legal positions and asking the jury to rule in their favor. Home James E. Campbell Jr., 50, of Fort Fairfield, unlawful sexual contact. In that case, you will be able to fill out an Indigency Affidavit (Poverty Declaration) and request that the Court grant you counsel. A grand jury is a group of fellow citizens called into the Court at random, just like a regular criminal jury. Jonah Farley, 28, Union, domestic violence criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, reckless conduct with a firearm in September 2021 in Union. Any questions, please email [email protected] or call 743-8936. This month, a Cumberland County grand jury indicted Peter Curtis, 35, who . Once the attorneys have questioned the jurors and made their strikes and challenges for cause, the Court will then pick the jury from the remaining jury pool. Kevin Hornby, 22, North Haven, aggravated assault and two counts of assault in April 2021 on North Haven. Add your email address and we'll send you central Maine news, weather updates and traffic alerts as they happen. Beaulieu was indicted on those charges Thursday by a Kennebec County Grand Jury. On December 1, 2021 Carney was taken into custody by members of Troop F without incident. Voelker appeals, arguing that the Probate Court erred in entering a judgment against Voelker because (1) it applied the wrong standard of review to the motions for judgment on the pleadings and failed to convert the motions to Rule 56 summary judgment motions and (2) the November 2016 document is a valid will under the Maine Uniform Probate Code. 2102(2), 2104(2). The Penobscot County grand jury has indicted 32-year-old Leslie Greenlaw of Linneus in connection with the crash that happened on Interstate 95 southbound in Howland. If you have an attorney, your attorney will enter an appearance with the Court and request the District Attorney for the evidence in your case. Scott M. Struck, 37, of Readfield, eluding an officer, failure to stop for an officer and criminal speed, Aug. 12, in Manchester. As part of showing up prepared to discuss the case and hopefully come to some resolution, you will also be required to attend the dispositional conference, even though you may not end up speaking at all. Learn more. Dylan Isac Ellis, 23, of Benton, criminal operating under the influence, Aug. 21, in Albion. Still, you will not be permitted to plead guilty until either you have been indicted and prosecuted or you have voluntarily waived the grand jury indictment. Linwood A. Mann Jr., 51, of Dexter, unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine), unlawful possession of scheduled drugs (methamphetamine) and criminal forfeiture of $63.75, Oct. 16, 2021, in Waterville. CR Panel #4-State vs. Samsone DO NOT NEED TO REPORT on Tuesday, February 28th The case has been resolved Jurors include 15, 16, 22, 25, 40, 70, 79, 83, 101, 108, 151, 162, 170, 182, 187. Kylee K. Zetterman, 19, of Connor Township, aggravated operation of a methamphetamine lab. demonstrating a credible threat of harm from low level RF radiation, especially to the environment and to people sensitive or vulnerable to the radiation. (WAGM) Grand jury indictments. Many do it as a service to the community or the Court. Media Center This will provide you with an opportunity to either research the charges against you more closely or retain a lawyer to assist you. The grand jury handed up indictments Wednesday, charging 30 people with 86 counts. You will sometimes see a defense attorney move for judgment as a matter of law after the State rests but before the defense case begins. Southerly flow will increase Thursday ahead of an approaching Arctic front. The woman then fled the area on foot. Alisa Marie Carey, 22, of Waterville, arson, assault on an officer and criminal trespass, Dec. 13, 2021, in Waterville. Partly sunny skies with a slight chance for some isolated morning snow showers are expected today along with breezy northwest winds. The woman told police that she used to live with Simpson in New Jersey but she moved to Maine with her daughter to get away from him because he was abusive mentally and physically. Nicole M. Welch, 40, of Winthrop, operating after revocation, July 27, in Augusta. Notices for jury pool selection, when available, will be posted below. . Shawn M. Hall, 43, South Thomaston, two counts of unlawful possession of drugs in October 2021 in South Thomaston. It granted Ackleys motion and denied Voelkers motion. Charges include kidnapping, assaults, drug offenses. The District Court terminated Jennifer N.s parental rights to her children. At the same time, he was acquitted of aggravated trafficking of cocaine base that was alleged to have occurred on December 5, 2019, and was convicted of the lesser-included offense of possession of cocaine base. Veronica R. Lopez, 29, of Caribou, unauthorized use of property. Grand jury indictments. At trial, the prosecution has the burden to prove every criminal charge element by proof beyond a reasonable doubt. COURT ALERTS IN EFFECT. In this case, the Defense would rest, and each side would present closing arguments, after which the Jury would decide the case. Once you have been indicted, you will then be prosecuted. Oxford County Superior Court - South Paris. Finley was charged with two counts of eluding police, burglary, four counts of theft, three counts of criminal speeding, two counts of driving to endanger, four counts of violating a condition of release, two counts of operating without a license, two counts of refusing to submit to arrest, receiving stolen property and criminal mischief. (WAGM) Grand jury indictments page 4. BANGOR The driver of a car involved in a fatal accident in 2019 is being charged with manslaughter. A criminal complaint is the formal method by which the State may bring charges against a person. Two former Stockton, California officers were indicted by a grand jury in connection with their alleged beating of a Black teenager at the end of a car chase in 2020, reports NBC News. //]]> Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. If Court needs to close due to inclement weather please call 1-800-222-0112 after 7:00 a.m. on the day you are to report for further instructions. Unless previously excused, please show up at the time listed on your summons. As always call the juror line the night before you are to report to make sure you know if any changes in the schedule. Bangor police said officers responded to a domestic violence report at 40 Westland St. in September of last year. Megan L. Waterman, 37, of Gardiner, two counts of operating after revocation, Oct. 27, in Litchfield. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. A Tarrant County grand jury has indicted a 17-year-old on a charge of murder in the shooting death of a Fort Worth TX . A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or for the defendant. If no agreement is reached at the dispositional conference, the Court will set the matter for trial. You should take the opportunity to talk to the attorney of the day. Piscataquis County Superior Court - Dover-Foxcroft. Michael Zani et al. The trial court denied Dennis Winchesters petitions for post-conviction review of his convictions for various burglaries and thefts. State of Maine et al. Kyle Garrett Corrieri, 36, of Fairfield, two counts of operating after revocation, Sept. 1, 2021, in China. Footman appeals, arguing that his right under the Maine and United States Constitutions to a trial by a jury representative of the community was violated and that the trial court erred in denying his motion to subpoena the grand jurors. See Active Alerts and COVID-19 Response, Home Courts Supreme Judicial Court Supreme Judicial Court Calendar. All jurors scheduled to appear for March 1st, 2023. Two area men have been indicted on felony assault charges in separate incidents in Waterville, with allegations that one sexually assaulted a child younger than 12-years-old multiple times while the other assaulted a woman and her 4-year-old daughter. A grand jury indicts Murdaugh on nine counts of tax evasion, alleging he failed to pay almost $487,000 in state income taxes while making nearly $14 million over nine years. Power of Prevention Substance Abuse Resource Directory: https://www.powerofprevention.org/aroostook-county/, Investigative Records and Record Requests, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/20/2023 - 02/26/2023, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/13/2023 - 02/19/2023, Troop G Weekly Report - 02/06/2023 - 02/12/2023. In case there are any changes due to inclement weather, please check your local news channels as well as the Maine Judicial Branch Website for delays or cancellations. 1106-A(1), between August 22 and December 5, 2019. This Court invited amicus briefs to address whether Winchesters right to a speedy trial was violated under article 1, section 6 of the Maine Constitution or under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Richard Tominsky v. Town of Ogunquit et al. reading, and support local, rural journalism, please subscribe. Copyright 2023 Michael P. Beal, 49, Portland, aggravated criminal mischief, theft in December 2018 in Friendship involving the fishing vessel Rotten Hog. Among other conditions of probation, Joshua Easler was required to report to his probation officer (PO) and obtain the POs permission before moving. Tyler F. Pelletier, 34, of Woodland, aggravated assault, domestic violence assault (4 counts). Joseph Ackley filed an application for informal probate of Theodore Ackleys estate along with a purported will dated April 2016. Copyright 2023 Jurors selected for State v Wood are to make a note to check this website after 6pm on Monday, March 6th for reporting instructions on Tuesday, March 7th. They will frequently tell you that this is a take it or leave it offer and that you will not get the same offer again. The Unified Criminal Docket (UCD) does just that It merges the Superior Courts criminal dockets and the District Court, historically two separate courts for purposes of criminal law, into one Court. Elisa N. Robbins, 35, Waldoboro, aggravated trafficking in drugs (cocaine), violation of a condition of release in December 2021 in Knox County, criminal forfeiture of $1,185. (800 numbers in-state only), Augusta: (207) 624-7076 Once a case is up for a trial, the jury will be impaneled, and the trial will begin. A 42-year-old Bowdoinham man who created a nine-hour standoff with police in Presque Isle in September, was among 65 indictments handed up for judge review for the month of October by the Aroostook County Grand Jury. Moosehead appeals, arguing that the trial court erred in determining that (1) the deed to a predecessor-in-interest of Mooseheads required that the land be maintained in a certain way; (2) a covenant can run with the land without a benefited parcel, (3) there were no genuine issues of material fact regarding whether a certain parcel retained by the State was a benefitted parcel or whether the defense of latches applied, (4) the ambiguities in the deed regarding the covenants must be resolved in favor of the state, (5) the covenant requiring that the land be available for public use is reasonable, and (6) the state was not required to give notice of its interpretation of the public-use covenant before suing Moosehead. If you disagree with the sentence, you may file an Application to allow appeal of the sentence to the Maine Supreme Court. That same day, Beaulieu, again with a pistol, also placed the same man in fear of imminent bodily injury, resulting in the criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon charge, the indictment alleges. David Sharbutt, 31, of Fort Fairfield, criminal threatening with a weapon. This is a motion for the judge to rule on whether the State has succeeded in proving enough evidence that a reasonable jury could find the Defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM)- Assaults and thefts dominated the grand jury lists for October, November, December 2020 and February 2021. Joshua McAuliffe was also indicted on charges of assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Shayne M. Hathaway, 32, of Augusta, operating under the influence, aggravated operating after license revocation and violation of conditions of release. Add your email address and we'll send you central Maine news, weather updates and traffic alerts as they happen. 2:20 PM. The second step is for the Court to evaluate the mitigating and aggravating factors of the offense to determine the maximum imprisonment period. All rights reserved. You may be summonsed to serve as a trial juror or grand juror. This larger group is known as the jury pool. An indictment is not a finding of guilt, but an indication that there is enough evidence in a case to move forward with a trial. Please call 743-8936 with any questions or concerns. Benjamin R. Cheney, 37, of E. Plantation, aggravated assault. Suppose you cannot afford an attorney by pleading not guilty at arraignment. Upon suspecting Nicholas Norris of trafficking in drugs, law enforcement obtained warrants in Penobscot County to track and search Norriss vehicle. Others included on the list of indictments for October, released on Friday, Feb. 19, were as follows: Joshua J. Clark, 27, of E. Plantation, domestic violence assault, domestic violence terrorizing, possession of a firearm by a felon and violation of conditions of release. An indictment means the grand jury found there was probable cause and is the formal way to get criminal cases started in the court system. Tominsky appeals from both final judgments of the Superior Court, arguing that the ZBA (1) erred in denying his appeal regarding the building permits and (2) violated his due process rights by entering a decision not based on substantial evidence in the record. State of Maine Judicial Branch Brendan J. Palmer, 24, of Waterville, aggravated trafficking in scheduled drug (fentanyl powder) and violation of condition of release, June 15, in Waterville. The Superior Court entered summary judgment against the Zanis on all counts. Ellis was arrested Sept. 15, 2021, and has been held in jail. PROHIBITION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Please be advised that pursuant to Administrative Order JB-20-01, use of electronic devices during trial or while in deliberations are prohibited and all devices will need to be temporarily surrendered. Jacob Zernicke, 24, Maine State Prison, three counts of assault on an officer in June 2020 in Warren; two additional counts of assault on an officer in March 2021. Fair Elections appeals, arguing that (1) the citys process violated the voters due process rights because it did not consider evidence or adopt findings based on any evidence and (2) because the initiative does not call for a profound and fundamental alteration to the essential character or core operations of city government, it is an amendment to the charter, not a revision, and therefore must be submitted directly to the voters. Richard Tominsky, who owns a home across the street from the lot, appealed from the issuance of the permits to the towns Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), and the ZBA denied his appeal. Zachary Crouch, 21, of Mars Hill, aggravated operation under the influence, operating beyond license restrictions. See Offers. After a lengthy investigation, Cpl. PROHIBITION OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES:Please be advised that pursuant to Administrative Order JB-20-01, use of electronic devices during trial or while in deliberations are prohibited and all devices will need to be temporarily surrendered. The visual sexual aggression against a child charges allege that Curry exposed his genitals to the child, or caused the child to expose her genitals to him, for the purpose of arousing or gratifying sexual desire. Dawn Lucier, 47, Rockland, hindering apprehension or prosecution in September 2021 in Rockland. They will then be asked questions that the judge and attorneys work out in the case. The Public Utilities Commission approved the request of Central Maine Power Company (CMP) to revise its terms and conditions relating to customers who opt out of using smart meters. Carlos J. Bravo, 26, of Limestone, aggravated operation of a methamphetamine lab. If you are in custody, you may make a bail argument to try to get out while your charges are pending. Kurt T. Doody, 25, of Woodland, operating after license revocation, failure to stop, driving to endanger. Francis Janusz et al. Each of the parties is required to show up ready to discuss their best offer in the case. Kenneth Reno, 30, of Presque Isle, aggravated assault. The District Court granted summary judgment in favor of Francis and Maryann Janusz on their complaint for foreclosure against Eric Bacon. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"OC3KaLjynegRxmxq93GpObfC1xH7CIvhEwExmdPrr1Q-1800-0"}; If the judge grants this motion, which is extremely rare, you will be found not guilty. The nine-hour standoff started after Alexander showed a knife to officers. Please see PPMO-SJC-1. If you know of someone struggling with addiction, there are services out there for them to help them with their struggles. Seth Lavoie, 29, of Saco, theft by unauthorized taking, June 27, in Augusta. William A. Hahn; Mary E. Costigan; Zahcaray B. Brandwein; Matthew J. Williams, Action of town Zoning Board of Appeals; residential building permits; certificate of occupancy, Jason Horn; Donald W. Macomber; Hunter J. Tzovarras; Mark A. Rucci; Carol Garvan; Zachary L. Heiden; Anahita Sotoohi, Suppression of evidence; right to counsel in interrogation, Wilhelmine' Dennis Oakes v. Town of Richmond, Roger R. Therriault; Michael E. Therriault; Benjamin T. McCall, Divorce; jurisdiction to determine interest of non-party; time of valuation of property, Fair Elections Portland, Inc., et al. Because people often get nervous on the stand, many defense attorneys strongly discourage their clients from testifying in a criminal trial. Ryan T. Loucks, 34, of Waterville, theft by unauthorized taking and violation of condition of release, Nov. 29, 2021, in Augusta. 9, Bangor: (207) 973-3700 The judge may also make suggestions as to how the case can be fairly resolved. AUGUSTA A city man who allegedly assaulted another man with a pistol was indicted on charges of aggravated assault and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon. The Zanis appeal, arguing that the Superior Court erred in determining that there was no dispute of material fact regarding Spoffords testamentary capacity on the date that she executed the 2018 will given that there was evidence of Spoffords lack of testamentary capacity both before and after that date.