Arrest Log for Friday, November 14, 2008 (41) Nov 16, 2008
The OIP also states that no resident should be taken into custody secretly, and those who are arrested should be taken in only after probable cause has been established. The Garden Island publishes the names of those who have warrants issued for their arrest or are arrested within the county, including but not limited to, those released on bail or released pending investigation. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Troopers seize 46 pounds of marijuana in two stops Nov 15, 2008
A probable cause search of the vehicle led to the seizure of 27. 2 lbs. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Police: Neighbors didn't call about captive girl Nov 15, 2008
During her captivity the girl allegedly became pregnant by Soe, who had confiscated her identification, but no child was born, a probable cause affidavit said without explaining how the pregnancy ended. The teen was abducted in April from Buffalo, N.Y., by the men, who are accused of taking her first to Fort Wayne and then to Logansport, where she escaped from her captors in October. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse Nov 15, 2008
Besides putting your life and others in danger, some states give police the authority to make a DUI arrest on probable cause if you are in your vehicle with your keys and intoxicated, even if the vehicle is not moving. Think twice before refusing sobriety test. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Second suspect arrested in slashing Nov 15, 2008
But during court, Judge Jeff Herron found probable cause to support the allegations. He said there was a "presumption of danger" and ordered the youth held without bond. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
BOND SET IN SHOPLIFT TURNED ROBBERY Nov 15, 2008
Circuit Judge Jodi Dennis set the bond for Shetaria Wine, 19, after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge Wine with robbery and refusal to submit ... Also Friday, Dennis, who was sitting in for Judge Rob Wyatt Jr., set a 5,000 bond for Maxine Benson, 35, of Pine Bluff, after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge Benson with residential burglary and theft of property. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
‘CHEATING’ SUSPICION PROMPTS SCUFFLE, ARREST Nov 15, 2008
At a court hearing Friday, Circuit Judge Jodi Dennis ruled prosecutors had probable cause to charge Karen Tackett, 35, with aggravated assault, criminal mischief, terroristic threatening, and third-degree battery, and set a 5,000 bond for Tackett. Reading from an affidavit from sheriff s Sgt. Larry Gragg, Deputy Prosecutor Cymber Gieringer said the incident began when Deputy Randy Jackson was sent to the house to take a report from the resident, Nancy Beth Meeks. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Martin close behind Chambliss Nov 15, 2008
Because the Franken ads captured the gist of Coleman s place on the CREW list, there was no probable cause to believe the DFLer broke the law, she concluded. Hearing that Senator Coleman is the fourth most corrupt senator according to CREW produces essentially the same effect on the mind as hearing that he is one of only four senators named in the CREW report on congressional corruption, Neilson wrote. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
COURT DOCUMENTS: Larson's ex-boyfriend is now a suspect in her death (53) Nov 15, 2008
These are charges where there is probable cause. We believe we can prove them beyond a reasonable doubt based upon all the information. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
The cart problem Nov 14, 2008
Oneman wrote on Nov 7, 2008 12:50 PM:" Barefoot, If someone is pushing a shopping cart off the grounds of a business that allows youto use it while you are on their property, then you are steeling. It seems to me the policewould have probable cause that you are steeling. Therefore they have the right to stop you.Especially if it has the business or store name on it. It is not the responsibilty of the storeto keep people from walking off with their property. It is the responsibility of the... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
PINE BLUFF GIRL, 19, ARRESTED IN TUESDAY STABBING Nov 14, 2008
Circuit Judge Berlin Jones also set a 5,000 bond for Terunesha Elerby, 19, after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge Elerby with second-degree battery ... Also Monday, the judge set a 5,000 bond for Michael McLemore after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge McLemore with aggravated assault on a family or household member, and terroristic threatening. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
HIGH SPEED CHASE ENDS IN ARREST Nov 14, 2008
At a court hearing Wednesday, Circuit Judge Berlin Jones set a 5,000 bond for Christopher Goodrum, after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge Goodrum with aggravated assault and fleeing. Reading from an affidavit from White Hall Police Sgt. Greg Moody, Deputy Prosecutor Nicole Pugh said a White Hall officer was sent to Cranford s Fresh World at about 2:40 p.m. Monday to investigate a reported robbery. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Police Nab Burglars Following Neighborhood Tip Nov 14, 2008
Posted by: Heart-Of-Texas Location: Waco on Nov 13, 2008 at 01:04 PM Too bad the Officers didn't have probable cause to shoot both of them on the spot. Back-To-The-Future. (KWTX.com, TX)
NTSB to issue final cause in 2007 bridge collapse Nov 14, 2008
The five-member board plans to vote Friday on the probable cause of the Interstate 35W bridge collapse, which killed 13 people and injured 145. It will also vote on a series of safety recommendations. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
FBI: Girl was raped, forced to cook and clean Nov 13, 2008
Soe, who is not a U.S. citizen, waived his right to a probable cause hearing in Indiana and elected to have his hearing in the Western District of New York, said Mary Hatton, a spokeswoman with the U.S. Attorney's office in northern Indiana. Sullivan had his hearing Wednesday in Hammond, and the judge found that the government met its burden to prove probable cause. (WKRC.com, OH)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 12, 2008 Nov 13, 2008
While it is true that no "evidence" was presented in a court of law since all the defendants were DEAD, the facts for probable cause, on which warrants were issued (back when we had a President who actually used warrants) were very clear. We don't need propagandists defending child sexual abusers and those who oppress, demean and abuse women. (North County Times)
State argues for its right to use Limbaugh records Nov 13, 2008
Martz wrote that the subpoena procedure was not applicable because investigators had established probable cause in a criminal case to seize the records. Limbaugh publicly admitted an addiction to prescription painkillers and sought treatment in October, after his former maid told prosecutors and a tabloid newspaper she provided the Palm Beach resident with thousands of illegal pills. (Yahoo News -- Rush Limbaugh)
DPS Wants Ruling On Legality Of Drivers License Checkpoints Nov 13, 2008
Don't you people realize that when you are pulled over (And NO they do NOT have to have probable cause) and ask you for your license, registation and insurance that that is just ONE STEP from them saying "Papers???". Posted by: Gary Location: Mart on Nov 12, 2008 at 05:48 PM I've carried liability insurance on every automobile I've owned since I got my first car in 1962, and I'm never in such a hurry that having to stop for a minute will ever be a problem. (KWTX.com, TX)
Palo Alto officially condemns racial profiling Nov 12, 2008
There was no probable cause to arrest Albert Hopkins simply because he was sitting in his car ... Whether Albert Hopkins had tried to kiss a girl still does not merit probable cause ... If there was probable cause to charge two police officers with felony assault then I wonder if there was probable cause to have detained Albert Hopkins. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Man Charged With Trying to Hit Deputy With Pickup Nov 12, 2008
"During the pursuit, Bone knowingly and intentionally attempted to strike Sgt. Grellner with his vehicle while Sgt. Grellner was standing near the road ditch on Rye Creek Road," according to a probable cause statement filed with the court. The incident occurred south of Lonedell near the Washington County line, after deputies went to a home at 9491 Rye Creek Road in response to numerous complaints from neighbors of alleged drug activity. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
TEACHER ACCUSED OF TOUCHING STUDENTS IS TERMINATED Nov 12, 2008
On Sept. 19 he was arrested and Circuit Judge Rob Wyatt Jr. found probable cause to charge him with five counts of second-degree sexual assault. In a notice of termination, Danny Hazelwood, the Watson Chapel superintendent, listed the reasons for Gatlin s dismissal. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
BOND SET IN THEFT CASE Nov 12, 2008
Circuit Judge Jodi Dennis set the bond for William Dulaney Sr., 42, after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge him with theft by receiving ... Also Monday, Judge Dennis ruled prosecutors had probable cause to charge Robert Williams, 24, of Pine Bluff with breaking or entering and theft of property, based on an affidavit from police detective Marsha Oliver. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Judge Arrested On Interstate On Suspicion Of Drunken Driving Nov 12, 2008
Tarrant County state District Judge Elizabeth Berry was booked into the Johnson County Jail in Cleburne over the weekend on a probable cause warrant by Alvarado police after her arrest on Interstate 35W south of Fort Worth. Johnson County sheriff's Lt. Tim Jones said Berry was booked, and then released on her own recognizance. (KWTX.com, TX)
Man still in custody in Hudson deaths Nov 11, 2008
But William Balfour is going to stay behind bars until a hearing next month because a panel found probable cause yesterday to believe that the convicted felon violated parole. Early next month, he'll have another hearing before the Illinois Prisoner Review Board. (Boston Globe)
$98 theft could cost thousands in fines Nov 11, 2008
Remington Police Marshal Paul Red Westmoreland said in the probable cause affidavit that the incident occurred, Nov. 4, in the town of Remington. Justin Turpin did in fact, after being advised of his rights, admit that he took a money order that he knew was not his and went to Wal-Mart and cashed it and took the money, Westmoreland said in the affidavit. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
A Long Train of Abuses Nov 11, 2008
Simultaneously, the probable cause standard, theoretically disciplining the state s innate propensity to search and to seize, has been systematically abused, as have the FBI s powers under the material witness statute to arrest and hold their suspects. Goodbye habeas corpus. (The American Conservative)
Man in Hudson case to stay in prison Nov 11, 2008
A panel determines there is probable cause to hold William Balfour ... During a 35-minute hearing in Joliet on Monday, authorities decided there's probable cause to hold William Balfour until a Dec. 3 hearing before the full Illinois Prisoner Review Board. (MSNBC -- Politics)
'Suspect' in Hudson killings remains jailed Nov 11, 2008
A 35-minute hearing ended with a decision that there is probable cause to believe that William Balfour, Hudson's estranged brother-in-law, violated parole and should be held until a Dec. 3 hearing before the full Illinois Prisoner Review Board ... While Cardine found probable cause to believe Balfour violated other conditions of his parole, including failing to get anger management and substance abuse counseling, Montes said the gun allegation alone was enough to keep the man in custody. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Former Belhaven police chief posts $350,000 bond Nov 11, 2008
Hayden is due back in Onslow County District Court on Dec. 18 for a probable cause hearing. The hearing will be held to determine whether there is probable cause to support an indictment of Hayden, said Maultsby. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Fowler farmer shot by deputy to stand trial in assault Nov 11, 2008
At Srabian's preliminary hearing, Smith only had to rely on the lesser legal standard of probable cause to order a trial. Prosecutor Dennis Cooper argued in court that Harper was forced to shoot Srabian on the night of Feb. 16, 2007, because Srabian burst out of his family's home and pointed a gun directly at the deputy. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Hudson 'slayer' not freed Nov 11, 2008
The parole board found in a preliminary hearing on Monday that there was "probable cause to keep Mr. Balfour until December 3" when a full review of his case will be held, Montes said. Hudson's mother, Darnell Donerson, and her brother, Jason Hudson, were found shot dead inside the family home by Hudson's younger sister, Julia. (iAfrica.com)
Hudson Kin Slay Suspect To Stay Locked Up Nov 11, 2008
A 35-minute hearing ended with a decision that there is probable cause to believe that William Balfour violated parole and should be held until a Dec. 3 hearing before the full Illinois Prisoner Review Board. Balfour has been questioned, but not charged, in the killings. (CBS News -- US)
• Monument honors soldiers, still yields memories Nov 10, 2008
Investigators listed the probable cause of the crash as "the inadvertent descent into an area of turbulence and icing which resulted in the flight's inability to regain a safe altitude.". Pugmire knew none of that when he reached the scene. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
8-Year-Old Arizona Boy Kills Father Nov 9, 2008
A judge determined Friday that there was probable cause to show the boy fatally shot his father, Vincent Romero, 29, and Timothy Romans, 39, of San Carlos, with a. 22-caliber rifle. (CBS News)
Judge finds cause to continue murder case (9) Nov 9, 2008
After hearing from three witnesses on Friday, a Superior Court judge ruled there is probable cause for a case against a 12-year-old Douglas boy accused of shooting his mother. The case now moves on to another hearing scheduled for Nov. 10, where the state will seek to have the juvenile tried as an adult, said Deputy County Attorney Gregory Johnson. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
More of this story Nov 9, 2008
According to the case s probable cause affidavit, police were alerted around 5:37 p.m. Nov. 6 that there had been a domestic disturbance in the 5200 block of Southeast Nowata Road. Upon arrival, the victim reportedly said that her son, Nunn, had pushed her around and said that he would slit her throat if she called the police, according to the affidavit. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
A forgotten sacrifice Nov 9, 2008
They theorized that the pilots didn't know the C-46 was icing up, and listed the probable cause of the crash as "the inadvertent descent into an area of turbulence and icing which resulted in the flight's inability to regain a safe altitude.". Pugmire knew none of that when he reached the scene. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Weekly editorial urges police chief to step down Nov 8, 2008
If during the stop and interaction with the driver they believe they have probable cause then they can search the car, ask for the ID of other occupants and question them. I believe that very strict enforcement of the traffic and DMV code will solve this crime wave without race being an issue. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Man Charged With Vandalizing School on Halloween Night Nov 8, 2008
According to a probable cause, Sullivan Police Officer Jason Stockton noticed Gensler seated in a lone vehicle on the parking lot of Sullivan High School Friday, Oct. 31. As Stockton approached he noticed that one of the car's windows was shattered. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 8, 2008
EPIC, joined by several scholars and technical experts, filed a "friend of the court" brief in Hiibel v. Sixth Judicial District Court of Nevada, a case in which the Supreme Court determined whether an individual may refuse to identify himself to police when there is no probable cause to arrest. The Homeless Management Information Systems are software applications that records, store and track characteristics and service needs of homeless individuals. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Man free after arrest for child abuse Nov 8, 2008
According to the case s probable cause affidavit, authorities were alerted around 2:30 p.m. Nov. 4 that there had been a report that a 20-month-old female had bruising on her buttocks and that it had occurred the night before. When interviewed, the victim s mother reportedly told police that her live-in boyfriend, Watson, had been watching the child while she was at work and said at one point she received a text message from him saying he had some problems with the child and that he felt like he... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
The cart problem Nov 8, 2008
Oneman wrote on Nov 7, 2008 12:50 PM:" Barefoot, If someone is pushing a shopping cart off the grounds of a business that allows youto use it while you are on their property, then you are steeling. It seems to me the policewould have probable cause that you are steeling. Therefore they have the right to stop you.Especially if it has the business or store name on it. It is not the responsibilty of the storeto keep people from walking off with their property. It is the responsibility of the... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
TEEN ACCUSED IN SHOOTING INCIDENT Nov 8, 2008
At a court hearing Friday, Circuit Judge Rob Wyatt Jr. set the bond after ruling prosecutors had probable cause to charge Chris Scarver, 16, with aggravated assault and terroristic threatening following an incident Tuesday afternoon ... The judge turned down Gieringer s request to find probable cause to charge Scarver with committing a terroristic act at this point, since officers reported finding no damage to the residence, and no shell casings from the shotgun ... The victim positively said... (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Hudson Family Murder Suspect To Face Parole-Violation Hearing Monday Nov 8, 2008
William Balfour could be released from custody following court date. by Jennifer Vineyard. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Burgler near Squirrel Run Nov 7, 2008
To the uninformed wrote on Nov 4, 2008 7:09 AM:" And one other thing. It also seems to me that you leave out key facts of that case. Which means that you are uninformed and are making a hasty judgement. Now once again I am the first to say if a cop has gone over to the dark side then lets hook and book him. I would be the first to "drum" him outta of the ranks. However law enforcement does not have probable cause (layman's term fair probability) to believe that he committed a crime. ". To the... (New Iberia, LA)
Butte couple wins suit following police raid (68) Nov 7, 2008
Martin and Kellie Hicks filed the lawsuit last year contending that on the evening of Sept. 7, 2006, at least six Butte police officers pointed guns at them, "manhandled" and restrained them and searched their home at 2032 Locust St. without probable cause or a search warrant. The suit, which was filed by Butte lawyer Patrick Fleming, claimed police didn't find any contraband in the home and the couple wasn't arrested. (Montana Standard, MT)
REGION: Judge orders cop to stand trial in road-rage incident Nov 7, 2008
to what a load wrote on Nov 6, 2008 5:38 PM:In the preliminary hearing, the judge decided that sufficient probable cause exists to justify moving the Officer White case forward to trial. In his ruling, the judge identified the facts which, as a matter of law, support his finding of probable cause ... Make the argument, as a matter of law, why there is not sufficient probable cause present to justify moving the case forward to trial. (North County Times)
TWO HELD IN SEARS THEFT CASE Nov 7, 2008
Jefferson County Circuit Judge Berlin Jones found probable cause Wednesday afternoon to hold Kawanee Campbell, 27, and Joe McKnight, 39, on suspicion of theft of property, pending the filing of formal charges, and set bond for both at 5,000. Reading from an affidavit from police, Deputy Prosecutor Nicole Pugh said that a theft was reported at Sears on Nov. 3. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Sigma Beta members appear in Durham court Nov 7, 2008
With the final dates set, the probable cause hearings will begin for the three students charged with felonies. Felony charges do not receive pleas, but rather have probable cause hearings ... A probable cause hearing will be held in Durham on Dec. 4 with further arraignment. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Six of everything to go: Odd behavior leads to arrests Nov 7, 2008
The officer had "probable cause" to search the vehicle after Eaton was observed "reaching toward the floor and didn't have any ID," said Steven. What the officer found were piles of ID cards, debit cards, credit cards and checks none of which belonged to either Eaton or Brennan along with drugs and weapons, said Steven. (Daily Triplicate)
Officials look for guidelines on marijuana initiative Nov 6, 2008
Will those caught smoking it present sufficient probable cause for an officer to search them or their car ... Chief Brian Kyes of the Chelsea Police Department worries about what will constitute probable cause for searching someone found with marijuana. (Boston Globe)
Police chief fighting for job over race comments Nov 5, 2008
What happened to probable cause. "WWB" a/k/a Walking While Black. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
o Chief apologizes on race-contact statements Nov 5, 2008
" Posted by Peninsula Lil, a resident of the Ventura neighborhood, on Nov 1, 2008 at 9:03 am I believe that the polic chief is totally imcompetent and lacks good judgement. She had a responsibility to make it clear that she had instructed the police to stop individuals based upon specific criteria such as height, weight, clothing charateristics,etc. NOT!just because someone is black. One got the very clear impression that she had given permission to stop anyone who happens to be a balck male in... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Stanford man sentenced in church burglary Nov 5, 2008
According to an affidavit of probable cause, several burglaries occurred in the Armington/Minier area between the November and December 2007. On Nov. 16, 2007, Ed Lloyd reported to police that someone had broken into his office at the Armington Christian Church and had taken amplifiers, speakers and food, court records said. (Pekin Times, IL)
Troopergate's newest report clears Palin Nov 5, 2008
"There is no probable cause to believe that the governor, or any other state official, violated the Alaska Executive Ethics Act in connection with these matters," the report says. "Gov. Palin is pleased that the independent investigator for the Personnel Board has concluded that she acted properly in the reassignment of Public Safety Commissioner Walt Monegan," her attorney, Thomas Van Flein, said in a statement. (Juneau Empire)
* Record turnout expected in historic US poll Nov 5, 2008
The personnel boards report said it found no probable cause to believe that the governor, or any other state official, violated the Alaska Executive Ethics Act in connection with these matters. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Gun confiscated from Holly Hill commissioner Nov 5, 2008
None of the agencies Towsley complained to have taken action against the lawmen because they had no probable cause. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement told Towsley her complaints would be considered civil, at best. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse Nov 5, 2008
Besides putting your life and others in danger, some states give police the authority to make a DUI arrest on probable cause if you are in your vehicle with your keys and intoxicated, even if the vehicle is not moving. Think twice before refusing sobriety test. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Alaska board clears Palin in ethics case involving trooper Nov 4, 2008
The report from Timothy Petumenos, an independent counsel for the Alaska Personnel Board, said there is no probable cause to believe Palin, Alaska's governor, or any other state official violated the Alaska Executive Ethics Act in connection with the firing of Walter Monegan. A separate legislative investigation concluded last month that Palin "abused her power" in seeking to get her former brother-in-law fired from his job as a state trooper. (Boston Globe)
Suspect arrested in auto theft incidents Nov 4, 2008
Rensselaer Police Chief Jeff Phillips said, There is probable cause to believe that Mr. Reed was involved in the incidents of Oct. 28 and Oct. 29. Mr. Reed was questioned in his involvement. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
9-year-old witness injured in domestic dispute Nov 4, 2008
According to the affidavit for probable cause, police received a 911 call from a 9-year-old girl, who told police her mother was being struck by Brightwell, Oct. 24. The child told police she was upset and scared because of Brightwell hitting the victim, according to the court documents. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Men ordered to sex-offender assessment programs (1162) Nov 4, 2008
According to the sheriff's department's probable cause statement, Gibson committed the crime in June 2007. Gibson reportedly told authorities he had committed a sexual act with the victim, identified as a juvenile male relative, after giving him intoxicants. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Palin didn't breach ethics laws in firing, report says Nov 4, 2008
"There is no probable cause to believe that Gov. Palin violated the Alaska Executive Ethics Act by making the decision to dismiss . . . Monegan," concluded the new investigation, with which Palin cooperated fully. She had refused to cooperate with the earlier probe once she was chosen as Republican John McCain's running mate, saying it was biased. (Los Angeles Times)
Alaska panel says Palin violated no ethics law Nov 4, 2008
"There is no probable cause to believe that the governor, or any other state official, violated the Alaska Executive Ethics Act in connection with these matters," the report says. An earlier, separate investigation by the Legislature found that Palin, the Republican vice presidential nominee, had abused her office. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Man Charged With Making Terrorist Threat Nov 4, 2008
A probable cause statement from police says employees were so frightened by the threat, management hired private security. The second and third letters not only included additional threats of arson but "taunted management's efforts to hire a security company to be present in the building," according to police. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
