(Editor’s Note: Office staff gathers weekly court news from the 13th District Public Access Portal. For more information on a case listed below or any case within the 13th Judicial District visit www.kscourts.org.
This includes: Civil Court, Criminal Court, Domestic Relations, Fish and Game, Limited Civil, Marriage License Applications, Probate Court, Small Claims, State Tax, Statutory Liens and Traffic Tickets.)
County Deeds
Warranty Deed - Paula Zollinger to David Lee Dejmal and Amber Lynn Dejmal. Section 26-27-12, part NE1/4SW1/4, part NW1/4SE1/4 and use of community water well.
Warranty Deed - Jonathan Charles Turner to Gavin B. Werner and Emma J. Werner. Block 16, Bitlers 2nd Addition, Eureka, north 1/3 of NW1/4 of Block 16.
Warranty Deed - Karen L. Thornton to Matthew Ivan Wright. Lots 16-18, Stickels 3rd Addition, Eureka.
Transfer on Death Deed - Matthew Ivan Wright to Darby D. Downard. Lots 16-18, Block 9, Stickels 3rd Addition, Eureka.
Warranty Deed - Chauncey Lee Biby and Edna Marie Biby to Leevi Brock Werner and Joy Anna Werner. Lot 7, Survey 81, Eureka, commencing 305’ south and 20’ east of northwest corner Lot 7, thence south 60’, thence east 145’, thence north 60’, thence west 145’ to place of beginning.
Warranty Deed - Robert Joe Morgan to Clay Andrew Crisswell. Section 2-26-10, part NW1/4SW1/4.
Warranty Deed - Dwight K. Huntington and Teresa M. Yribarren to Lazy S Properties, LLC. Section 2-26-10, part NE1/4SE1/4.
Warranty Deed - Dwight K. Huntington and Teresa M. Yribarren to Parker Properties, LLC, Block 23, Bitlers 1st Addition, Eureka, north 95’ of NE1/4 of Block 23.
Warranty Deed - WMJ Oil, Inc. to Mary J. Schankie Revocable Trust. Section 29-22-12, all its interest in real estate and mineral interest.
Transfer on Death Deed - Rena D. Land to Molly Starkey, Michelle Hurn and Shannon Weaver. Section 14-26-11, SW1/4.
Warranty Deed - Brian L. Linden and Lori L. Linden to Nall Family Group, LLC. Section 22-27-10, part NE1/4SW1/4, part NW1/4SE1/4.
Quit Claim Deed - Shane & Melissa Shepherd Revocable Trust to Melissa Ann Shepherd. Lot 11, Block 5, J. D. Biggs Addition, Eureka.
Transfer on Death Deed - Melissa Ann Shepherd to Shane & Melissa Shepherd Revocable Trust. Lot 11, Block 5, J.D. Biggs Addition.
Criminal Court
State of Kansas vs. Merle A. Burtin, jury trial held 12/10/24, Guilty verdict, disorderly conduct. Not guilty verdict, aggravated battery.
State of Kansas vs. Robert Eugene Foust, Plea entered, Aggravated sexual battery, force or fear. Dismissed, Interference with LEO, obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant search or execution; Criminal restraint; Violate protection order. Kansas sentencing guidelines journal entry of judgment. Post disposition. GW2023CR164 State of Kansas vs. Alicia Wynne Boan, Hearing scheduled 2/13/25, 9 a.m. Jury trial scheduled 2/18/25, 9 a.m.
State of Kansas vs. Collin Randolph Wittig, Plea entered, Distribute certain stimulant, <3.5 grams; Interference with LEO, falsely report a felony intending to obstruct. Dismissed, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture/ plant/cultivate controlled substance; Aggravated endangering a child, expose to manufacture/sale of meth; Taxation, drugs, no drug tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance; Identity theft; Ignition interlock device, operate a car without a required device; Criminal deprivation of property, motor vehicle; Violation of restrictions on driver’s license or permit; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Maximum speed limits; Failure to dim headlights. Kansas sentencing guidelines journal entry of judgment. Post disposition.
State of Kansas vs. Artemio Saavedra-Castillo, Sentencing hearing scheduled 2/13/25, 2 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Eric James Malone, Plea entered, Criminal carry of weapons, bludgeon/sandclub/ knuckles/throwing star; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body. Dismissed, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Possession of marijuana; Driving while suspended, second or subsequent conviction. Journal entry of plea and sentence. Post disposition.
State of Kansas vs. John Albert Boudreau Jr., Sentencing hearing scheduled 2/13/25, 2 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Jaiden Michelle Renee Ferguson, First appearance hearing scheduled 12/17/25.
State of Kansas vs. Brett Edward Stubbs, Hearing scheduled 1/9/25, 9 a.m.
State of Kansas vs. Mary Jane Zuspann, Amended complaint. Plea entered, Endangering a child, x2. Journal entry of plea and sentencing. Post disposition.
State of Kansas vs. Cassy Dawn Hamilton, Status conference scheduled 1/14/25, 3:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Kimberly Leann Gates, Preliminary hearing scheduled 1/3/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Ronald Dean Houser, First appearance hearing scheduled 1/7/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Caison C. Hamilton, Surety bond posted, $3,000. First appearance hearing scheduled 1/7/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Jeremy Ray Austin, Surety bond posted, $3,500. First appearance hearing scheduled 1/21/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Megan Finley, First appearance hearing scheduled 1/7/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Stevan Lopez-Deluna, Traffic contraband in correctional/ care facility, intro item on grounds; Theft of property or services, value less than $1,500. First appearance hearing scheduled 12/17/25.
State of Kansas vs. Mark Anthony Turner, Stalking, intimate conduct causing fear to person or family.
State of Kansas vs. Amanda Lynn Heese, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body. First appearance hearing scheduled 1/14/25, 1:30 p.m.
State of Kansas vs. Douglas Paul-Eugene Brogan, Aggravated domestic battery, choke in rude manner, family member/dating relationship.
State of Kansas vs. Melissa Deann James, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs, first conviction; Use/ possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body.
Domestic Relations
In the matter of the marriage of Lori Louise Linden vs, Brian Lee Linden, Marriage Dissolution/Divorce. Journal entry and decrease of divorce and settlement agreement.
In the matter of the marriage of Kiley Jean Boyer vs. Mahlon Scott Boyer, Jr. Marriage Dissolution/Divorce. Final hearing scheduled 2/13/25, 1 p.m.
In the matter of the marriage of Daniel M. Wingert vs. Heather N. Wingert, Marriage Dissolution/ Divorce. Journal entry of judgment and decree of divorce.
In the matter of the marriage of Amanda Watts vs. Walter R. Watts, Marriage Dissolution/Divorce. Journal entry and decree of divorce.
In the matter of the marriage of Amy Vickery vs. Brennan Cole Vickery. Marriage Dissolution/Divorce. Final hearing scheduled 1/9/25, 1 p.m.
In the matter of the marriage of Casandra Lynn Branstetter vs. Benjamin Branstetter. Marriage Dissolution/ Divorce. Final hearing scheduled 1/9/25, 1 p.m.
Fish and Game
Jack Nolen Jr., Fish and game enforcement, licenses.
Limited Civil
City of Madison vs. Tavis Austin Crane, Debt collection. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
Greenwood County Hospital vs. Amanda Shaddy, Debt collection. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
The Prescription Shop Inc. vs. Bradley Chastain, Debt collection. Order granting summary judgment. Post judgment.
U.S. Bank National Association vs. Nancy C. Tush, Debt collection. Hearing result for answer hearing on 12/12/24, failure to appear.
LVNV Funding LLC vs. Glen Anliker, Debt collection. Hearing result for answer hearing on 12/12/24, failure to appear.
Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Brigitte A. Chastain, Debt collection. Hearing result for answer hearing on 12/12/24, failure to appear.
Greenwood County Hospital vs. Ellyse M. Basler, Debt collection. Order to amend petition.
Greenwood County Hospital vs. Angela C. Jacobs and Chad E. Jacobs, Debt collection. Answer hearing scheduled 1/9/25, 1:30 p.m.
First National Bank of Omaha vs. Dustin J. Trower, Debt collection. Order transferring venue. Case closed.
Commerce Bank vs. Angela Turner, Debt collection, $4,648.07 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
Greenwood County Hospital vs. Maurine Edmondson and Richard Edmondson, Debt collection, $480 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
Midland Credit Management, Inc. vs Deborah Wise, Debt collection, $539.46 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 1/23/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Madison vs. Ashley Dawn Loveall, Debt collection, $190.51 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Eureka vs. Amber Mefford, Debt collection, $99.74 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Madison vs. Tara Marie Bess, Debt collection, $420.79 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 1/23/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Madison vs. Necie Perez, Debt collection, $229.50 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/6/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Eureka vs. Mari Deegan, Debt collection, $161.23 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 1/23/25, 1:30 p.m.
City of Madison vs. Arian E. Williams, Debt collection, $119.58 plus interest and other costs.
Greenwood County Hospital vs. Sharlee Samuels, Debt collection, $1,993.20 plus interest and other costs. Answer hearing scheduled 2/20/25, 1:30 p.m.
Probate Court
In the Matter of the Estate of Bernice Laverne Grimmett, Decedent estate. Petition for probate of will and issuance of letters testamentary. Hearing scheduled 1/23/25, 11 a.m.
State Tax Warrants
Kansas Department of Revenue vs. Jason R. Myers and Casandra L. Myers, Individual income tax 2023, $638.36. Post judgment.
Kansas Department of Revenue vs. Chris N. Delahunt and Alaina J. Adams, Individual income tax 2023, $1,813.25. Post judgment.
Kansas Department of Revenue vs. John E. Moore, Individual income tax 2021, $1,823.89. Post judgment.
Kansas Department of Revenue vs. Trident LLC, Withholding tax, June 2024, $1,066.00 Post judgment.
Traffic Tickets
Jose Vidal Morroquin-Veliz, Speeding, 87/65; Failure to dim headlights; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license. Jimmie Joe Bunyard, Failure to yield to emergency vehicle. Abby Jane Veile, Vehicles, Unlawful acts, e.g. registration. Parker A. Banzet, Following another vehicle too closely; Vehicles, operate vehicle without registration or with expired tag; Vehicles, improper registration of vehicle; Vehicles, unlawful acts, e.g. registration. Bart Wayne Howard, Speeding, 80/65. Levi John Lutz, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license. David A. Donahoe, Speeding, 76/65. Gaby N. Delatorre, Speeding, 85/65. Brandon Lee Cole, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, third conviction, incapable of safely driving; Transporting an open container; Vehicles, operate a vehicle without registration or with expired tag; Speeding, 78/60.
