Tenth Judicial District Court Tuesday, February 18, Judge Thomas Stockard Presiding

The Tenth Judicial District Court convened Tuesday, Feb. 18, with Judge Thomas Stockard presiding.

Randy Scott Ollar pleaded guilty to the Gross Misdemeanor of Engaging in Business or Submitting a Bid Without a License, a Second Offense punishable by up to 364 days in the Churchill County jail and a mandatory minimum fine of $4,000. As multiple individuals have submitted claims against Ollar, a Sentencing and Restitution Hearing will be set administratively to allow time for all restitution requests.

Carl Wayne Sampson did not appear for a Sentencing Violation and is believed to be in custody in Washoe County. The court set a Status Hearing for Apr. 1.

Amber Dawn Dittmer appeared for sentencing on the Category D Felony of Embezzlement of a Value of $1,200 to $5,000, to which she pleaded guilty last May. Senior Deputy District Attorney Chelsea Sanford reported that Dittmer has paid restitution in full per the plea agreement. Churchill County Alternate Public Defender Wright Noel requested probation.

“I just want to thank you for arresting me when you did and taking me to jail,” Dittmer told the court. She said she is now “nine months and three days clean” and “doing good.”

Judge Stockard granted Dittmer probation on a suspended 12–36-month sentence, requiring her to obtain and follow the recommendations of a substance abuse evaluation.

Nicholas Pierre Ashley, in custody, appeared for a Status Hearing after pleading not guilty in December to two Category D Felony charges: Battery Causing Substantial Bodily Harm to a Victim, which Constitutes Domestic Violence, and Battery by a Probationer, Parolee, or a Prisoner in Lawful Custody.

Churchill County Public Defender Jacob Sommer told the court that Justice Court had initially set Ashley’s bail at $5,000, which was later questioned. He requested a bail reduction or an OR release, arguing that Ashley has a place to stay, no prior Failure to Appear charges, and has cooperated with all hearings.

Deputy DA Priscilla Baker objected, stating, “The state has huge concerns for an OR release and feels bail is appropriate.” She cited Ashley’s criminal history, failure to comply even under supervision, and continued offenses. “He committed a horrendous crime against the victim in this case,” she said.

Brenda Ingram with Court Services confirmed Ashley’s housing arrangements but noted that his Risk Assessment classified him as High Risk to re-offend.

Judge Stockard ruled that court documentation set Ashley’s bail at $70,000 for both counts. He modified it to $20,000 bondable per count, totaling $40,000. Ashley must check in daily and undergo random testing through Court Services if released. His Criminal Settlement Conference is set for March, and trial is scheduled for July 14–18 if both parties cannot reach a resolution.

Dylan Dennis, in custody, pleaded guilty to Burglary, a Category B Felony punishable by 1–10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000, and Battery by a Probationer, Parolee, or a Prisoner in Lawful Custody, a Category B Felony punishable by 1–6 years. Sentencing is set for Mar. 25.

Joseph Alcaraz III, in custody, pleaded guilty to Category D Felony Failure to Stop on the Signal of a Peace Officer While Under the Influence, punishable by 1–4 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000, and Category B Felony Battery with a Deadly Weapon, punishable by 2–10 years and a fine of up to $10,000. Judge Stockard ordered a Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) and set sentencing for Apr. 22.

Kenneth Lee McDougall, in custody, pleaded guilty to two Category C Felonies: Burglary of a Business and Grand Larceny of Personal Goods or Property Valued at $5,000–$25,000, both punishable by 1–5 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. PSI ordered; sentencing set for Apr. 22.

Terral James Meisenheimer, in custody, pleaded guilty to Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, a Category C Felony punishable by 1–5 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000, and Category D Felony Burglary of a Motor Vehicle, a Second or Subsequent Offense, punishable by 1–4 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. PSI ordered; sentencing set for Apr. 22.

Jordan Adam Cunnington, in custody, pleaded guilty to the Category C Felony of Non-Support of a Spouse, Former Spouse, or a Child, punishable by 1–5 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. The matter continued until Feb. 25, after Cunnington requested additional time to review the plea agreement.

Selma Christina Sampley, in custody, admitted to a second Technical Sentencing Violation for violating controlled substance conditions. Judge Stockard temporarily revoked her probation for 90 days, granting 15 days credit for time served and remanding her to Churchill County Sheriff’s Office custody.