Teen granted bail in sex case Sep 20, 2008
Justice of the Peace Marsha Farnand imposed strict bail conditions on the teen, who was released to the care and supervision of his mother and grandmother after they agreed to $5,000 bail. He will live under house arrest, except for going to school or work or while in the presence of his mother, grandmother or an adult approved by them in writing. (Toronto Sun)
Supervisors approve business zoning Sep 20, 2008
He did not know if the fees would apply to all the county justice of the peace writs of execution. Though none of the supervisors objected to the idea of saving money, they decided they wanted to hear from the other justices and constables. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Shooting accident kills Houston man Sep 20, 2008
4 Justice of the Peace James Dworaczyk made the death ruling. Dworaczyk said the incident actually happened at 1 p.m. Wednesday but he made his ruling at 3 p.m.. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Early voting begin Saturday Sep 19, 2008
Sue Thibodeaux, registrar of voters for St. Martin Parish, said the ballot includes justice of the peace seats for Wards 3 and 6, and a proposition for Hospital District No. 2. Jolene Holcombe, registrar of voters for St. Mary Parish, said the ballot includes three drainage propositions, a library bond proposition, and elections of justice of the peace, constables and other elected positions. (New Iberia, LA)
ALICIA WATKINS: No one fits in infinite space of cyber chapel Sep 19, 2008
The cyber wedding is bring-your-own-clergy, and assuming a pastor, priest or justice of the peace agrees to officiate, this seems to indicate a scheduled start time just as with a traditional wedding. How the revelry expresses itself - party guests popping champagne corks in the privacy of their bedrooms, perhaps. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Deacon John Grave House hosts fund raiser for silver anniversary Sep 17, 2008
John Grave III, a weaver, deacon in the church, and a justice of the peace lived there, and so did John Grave IV, a shoemaker ... During John Grave III's time, the parlor became the Judgement Room, where the justice of the peace would rule on disputes. (Shoreline Times, CT)
Roxbury Volunteers Receive Recognition at Annual Picnic Sep 17, 2008
"Volunteer Recognition Awards went out to: Kimberlee Baron, Kimberly Pokrywka, Jeannine Green and Joan Gardella.Municipal Awards25 Years of ServiceJudy Doran, the Democratic Registrar of Voters and Girl Scouts.Elizabeth Hurlbut, Board of Assessors, Board of Selectmen, Minor Memorial Library Board of Directors and Booth Free School. (Election Moderator)Jay Kronfeld, River Road Pond Board of Control, Region 12 Board of Education, Recreation Commission.Robert "Bucky" Lowe, the Scholarship... (Voices, CT)
Homeowner Warns Of Bad Roofer Sep 17, 2008
He sais he is also working with Justice of the Peace to resolve the matter. Copyright 2008 by. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Giving them hope, comfort Sep 16, 2008
Edna Staudt, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2, one of the original founders of Hope Connections, has seen amazing progress at the center. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Saugus resident joins The Boston Home Expands as evening administrator Sep 16, 2008
He is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, Justice of the Peace, Notary Public, and is certified in Adult CPR and Standard First Aid. Ikomi received a B.A. from the University of Massachusetts Boston. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
FLASHBACK - Mansfield backed controversial obscenity, gun control legislation Sep 16, 2008
Missoula Justice of the Peace Michael Morris drew criticism from women s groups and average citizens for the low bail amount he set for a rape suspect. Gerald Pileggi was arrested for the kidnapping and rape of a Missoula woman near Maclay Bridge on Wednesday. (Missoulian, MT)
Gillis on the job as new town clerk Sep 13, 2008
Gillis is also a certified municipal clerk, a justice of the peace, a notary republic and a certified passport agent, all things town administrator David Colton said were complimentary skills. Colton had said of the eight candidates he interviewed Gillis stood out because of his elections experience and enthusiasm for the job. (Easton Journal, MA)
Olin's Notebook Sep 11, 2008
If he were a justice of the peace, he'd annul a marriage after the bride threw her bouquet. If he were an educator, he'd revoke diplomas after students tossed their graduation caps. (Arkansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Missing Constable sketch is found Sep 10, 2008
The sketchbook was compiled by Warrington businessman and justice of the peace, John Platt, who died in 1902. Artistic rivalry. (Yahoo News -- Art and Museums)
Capital murder charges filed in infant's death Sep 10, 2008
RPD detectives reported as a result of the investigation, Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Martin DeLeon issued a warrant for Guidry for injury to a child. He was arrested at approximately 7:30 p.m. that same day. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Hearing delayed for husband of suspended Las Vegas judge Sep 10, 2008
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- A court hearing for the husband of suspended Clark County District Judge Elizabeth Halverson has been postponed after a justice of the peace assigned his attempted murder case cited a conflict and recused herself. The hearing for 49-year-old Edward Halverson was rescheduled for Wednesday. (KRNV.com, NV)
County enters agreement with Attorney General Sep 10, 2008
3 Justice of the Peace Eino Zapata has been collecting fees throughout the year. Though just a modest 100 has been attained at 25 per ticket, Moeller said that more money could be collected if the other courts jumped on the bandwagon. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
"Joke Voting" Is No Fun, Officials Say Sep 9, 2008
Spence told of one election in Manchester in which only nine people were running for 12 positions available as justice of the peace. A 10th candidate stood outside the poll on Election Day, asking people to write her name in and ended up winning election to the position. (CBS News -- US)
LETTER: Blame GOP, not the media Sep 8, 2008
The world would never have noticed had they simply quietly gone to a justice of the peace. The McCain ticket brought this to the world s attention and then has the temerity to blame the media. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Scruggs, Clark, Frate, Lieberman win Sep 5, 2008
Mayor Elaine Scruggs was successful in her bid for a fourth term (she was elected by fellow councilmembers 15 years ago to fill the office of mayor vacated by Quentin Tolby, who resigned to take the position of Justice of the Peace). Scruggs faced write-in candidate Terry Pennington, but she won handily with 14,102 votes. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Snider, Hollenbach ready to duelDistrict 3 supervisor contest one of several county races bound to spark some interest Sep 5, 2008
" In the District 1 supervisor race, veteran state lawmaker Pete Rios got 2,479 votes (54 percent) and county government veteran Mary Bateman Espinoza 2,083 (46 percent) in the Democratic primary. Republican R. Scott Venegas, unopposed in the Republican primary, got 2,327 votes (99 percent). In the District 2 supervisor race, the competition was on the Republican side. Bryan Martyn of Gold Canyon tallied 2,402 votes (52 percent) to 1,448 (31 percent) for Todd H. House and 778 (17 percent) for... (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
More of this story Sep 4, 2008
Lincoln joined White County Treasurer Janet Hibbitts and Justice of the Peace Johney Gibson in meeting with the 911 commission Wednesday for a budget workshop designed to get information and possible solutions concerning the ever-widening gap between income and outgo. Projected revenue is steadily going down every year because some households are switching from land lines and we're not getting as much revenue, said Bobby Armstrong, an emergency medical technician who is a member of the... (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Snider wins heated primaryPinal voters pick sheriff, judge, three supervisor candidates as nominees for November ballot Sep 4, 2008
For the Florence-Coolidge justice of the peace seat, appointed incumbent Andrew Ramirez withstood a challenge by former Florence Mayor Tom Rankin in the Democratic primary. Ramirez had 1,148 votes (62 percent) to 693 (37 percent) for Rankin. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Picture perfect Sep 3, 2008
If a romantic weekend here sweeps you off your feet, the owner is a justice of the peace. For more options, consider staying in St. Johnsbury, 17 miles away. (Boston Globe)
Ballots finalized as filing period closes for election Sep 3, 2008
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. District 1 Joe Kinder (D). (Newport Daily Independent, AR)
Maricopa judge's new quarters larger Sep 3, 2008
Sulley is Pinal County's elected justice of the peace in the Maricopa-Stanfield area and also the appointed city magistrate. Still, as Sulley celebrated the new building with city and county officials on Aug. 25, he knew it is but a transition for the county. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Tuesday's ballot unlikely to bore voters Sep 3, 2008
For the Florence-Coolidge justice of the peace seat, appointed incumbent Andrew Ramirez is being challenged by former Florence Mayor Tom Rankin in the Democratic primary. Republicans Frank Ashford of Coolidge and Merritt Strunk of Florence are vying for their party's nomination. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Sheriff's office taps first female captain Sep 3, 2008
"My father was a captain of one of the prison camps when I was born and my mother was a justice of the peace," said Caldwell. "There were always troopers and officers in and out of our home because that is where my mother's office was.". (Altivista Journal, VA)
County fights hunger as a whole Sep 3, 2008
Seeing the look on their faces when they know they ll be getting nutrition is a blessing, said Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Gene Stapleton, who is on the Bedias Food Pantry board of directors. He and his wife Sandra have been volunteering at the local pantry for the past five years. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Justice of the peace accused of being too friendly with female defendants (30) Sep 2, 2008
Justice of the peace accused of being too friendly with female defendants ... LIBBY A small-town justice of the peace concedes he said some things he shouldn t have to several female defendants. (Helena Independent Record)
* Plymouth fan stands by his brand Aug 31, 2008
When I turned 16 on Monday, Aug. 8, 1955, my mom and I went to the local justice of the peace and filled out the form for my drivers permit, he recalled. We sent it off with special handling, which was available then in Pennsylvania and I had my permit back on Wednesday, Aug. 10. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Third person charged in portlands death Aug 30, 2008
In a court appearance on Thursday, a justice of the peace ordered Sheridan and Dunsford not to contact each other. Police descended on the Lakeshore Boulevard and Cherry Street area early Wednesday morning and found a bloodied trailer, evidence of what they believed to be a crime scene. (CTV.ca)
Libby justice admits going to homes, workplace of female defendants Aug 30, 2008
LIBBY A small-town justice of the peace concedes he said some things he shouldn't have to several female defendants. He admits he shouldn't have gone to some of their homes or, in the case of one woman, to her workplace. (Missoulian, MT)
Feces in face 'rude' Aug 30, 2008
"To say it's rude is an understatement," said Justice of the Peace Gerry Solursh, but he ruled the incident does not warrant a peace bond. The dog feces incident, which occurred at Balm Beach in Tiny Township last May, is just one of a string of unsavoury and violent incidents which homeowner John Marion, 63, alleges have been directed at him. (Toronto Sun)
Terrell accident leaves Kaufman woman dead Aug 30, 2008
Justice of the Peace Mike Smith pronounced Mynxx dead at the scene. CareFight transported the passenger of the Mustang, Jessica Morris-Lee, 19, of Terrell, to a Dallas hospital. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Brewster considering emergency service district Aug 28, 2008
The court then gave Beard authority to begin issuance of certificates of obligation, which will finance these community infrastructure and public safety projects: South County emergency response center (to house Terlingua medics, Volunteer Fire Department, deputy and justice of the peace); Alpine/north Brewster County area emergency response center and fire department; Marathon law enforcement facility (housing for a deputy, justice of the peace and training room); South County vehicle and... (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Asks in a special way to renew vows Aug 27, 2008
Though the plans are not set yet, Racca said she hopes the person officiating will be Johnny Hebert, the justice of the peace who married them 25 years ago. Copyright. (New Iberia, LA)
Police Arrest Two After Robbers Strike Same Motel Twice Aug 26, 2008
Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke set bond at $100,000 on each charge, and both remained in the Bell County Jail Monday. The charges stem from the Aug. 2 and Aug. 10 robberies of the clerk at the Motel 6 at 800 East Central Texas Expressway in Killeen. (KWTX.com, TX)
Booster official arrested Aug 26, 2008
Beggs was released Monday from the Midland County Detention Center after Justice of the Peace George Zimmerman set her bond at $7,500. Reader Comments Many of you have expressed concerns about some of the harsh anonymous comments from readers. (Odessa American, TX)
Texas To Track Truant Students By GPS Aug 24, 2008
Linda Penn, a Bexar County justice of the peace, said she anticipates that about 50 students from four San Antonio-area school districts - likely to be mostly high schoolers - will wear the anklets during the six-month pilot program announced Friday. "We are at a critical point in our time where we can either educate or incarcerate," Penn said, linking truancy with juvenile delinquency and later criminal activity. (CBS News)
Court To Monitor Truant Students With GPS Ankle Bracelets Aug 23, 2008
Linda Penn, a San Antonio justice of the peace, says she anticipates that about 50 students will wear the thick ankle bracelets during the six-month pilot program. Most will likely be high school students. (KWTX.com, TX)
Woman gets jail for running over dog Aug 23, 2008
Sparks Justice of the Peace Kevin Higgins sentenced McLenahan on Thursday after having found her guilty last month of a misdemeanor charge of animal cruelty. McLenahan insisted it was an accident. (KRNV.com, NV)
Union County JP pleads not guilty in assault case Aug 22, 2008
(AP) - A Union County justice of the peace has pleaded not guilty to seven aggravated assault charges stemming from an incident where prosecutors say he fired an assault rifle while arguing with two hunters. Jack Reynolds, 55, is scheduled to face trial on March 2, 2009. (WREG.com, TN)
Newsweek: Corruption claims haunt Pakistan leader Aug 21, 2008
The orders, akin to misdemeanor guilty findings by a U.S. justice of the peace, were issued by , an investigating magistrate in who has handled many high-profile investigations into the alleged laundering of corrupt payments through Switzerland by foreign politicians. 1. (MSNBC -- International)
Mayors voice opinion on new jail solution Aug 21, 2008
At Monday s meeting, Sheriff Dan Langston and Justice of the Peace Ronnie Wood, who chairs the jail committee, agreed this would be a good time to approach the cities about a contractual agreement to house their inmates. The quorum court agreed to a plan to expand the jail by adding a separate female detention area behind the main facility. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Maudie White Hopkins, 93; was a widow of a Confederate Army soldier Aug 20, 2008
Baxter County records show they were married in January 1934 by a justice of the peace. Ms. Hopkins said Cantrell supported her with his Confederate pension of "$25 every two or three months" and left her his home when he died in 1937. (Boston Globe)
Supervisors face voters in 2 of 3 county districts Aug 20, 2008
"District No. 3District 3 has drawn the most candidates - a total of four. Incumbent John Maynard, a Democrat, is being challenged by Gene Earl, a Democrat. Two Independent candidates, Juan Andres Ibarra and Joel Kramer, will be on the Nov. 4 ballot facing the winner of the Democratic primary.John MaynardJohn Maynard has been the supervisor for District 3 for two four-year terms. He and his wife, Justice of the Peace Mary Helen Maley, live in Rio Rico and they're the parents of an adult... (Nogales International, AZ)
NH's 2nd CD candidates' position on social issues Aug 18, 2008
Clegg, who voted against the civil unions bill, sponsored competing legislation to permit two adults - heterosexual or homosexual - to go to a Justice of the Peace and affirm their decision to enter into a contract giving them the same legal rights as married couples. The Senate killed his bill after passing the civil unions bill. (Concord Monitor)
‘I do’ take this course Aug 17, 2008
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Cop charged in dog's death Aug 17, 2008
police Sgt. Tom Lovejoy was negligent, but prosecutors did not prove he acted recklessly, a justice of the peace ruled. Lovejoy could have been jailed for six months if he had been convicted of the misdemeanor count. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Kenneth Ray Shaulis Aug 16, 2008
A U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, served as Justice of the Peace and township supervisor of Lincoln Township. He farmed for many years and retired from the Boy Scouts of America in 1997. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Bail set at $500,000 for I-90 fatal crash suspect Aug 16, 2008
Deputy Missoula County Attorney Jennifer Clark asked Justice of the Peace John Odlin to set bail at 500,000, noting the serious nature of the allegations. This was a crash where the driver was on the wrong side of the highway, drove two vehicles off the road that were carrying two families and then collided head-on with a car, killing two people, Clark said. (Missoulian, MT)
The Cities Where Women Rule Aug 16, 2008
McLean, population 830 also has a female postmaster, justice of the peace, newspaper editor and principal of the schools. "We had a previous administration that had internal problems. People around town kept asking me to run," explains mayor Peggy Baer. (Time.com)
Property purchased for fire station Aug 14, 2008
A South County Emergency Response Center to house Terlingua medics, the Terlingua Volunteer Fire Department, a sheriff s deputy, justice of the peace and related support space ... The Marathon Law Enforcement Facility that includes housing for a sheriff s deputy, justice of the peace and training room. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Railcorp's gravy train reaches the end of the line Aug 14, 2008
Blackstock and his accountant, Youssef "Joe" Madrajat, a justice of the peace, were found to have set up a welding company, Precision Wirefeed Welding, specifically to take advantage of Blackstock's capacity to authorise welding contracts. They used second mobile phones, registered in false names, and hid assets and company titles under the names of relatives to avoid detection over several years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Fire Claims Life Of Central Texas Man Aug 14, 2008
Hill County Justice of the Peace John Milligan pronounced the man dead at the scene and ordered an autopsy. Investigators think a cigarette may have sparked the fire. (KWTX.com, TX)
Court grants SandRidge reinvestment zones Aug 14, 2008
approved the continuation of insurance coverage for an employee of Justice of the Peace Precinct 6; the continuation will be in effect through Sept. 30. approved a bid of 20,935 for a 2009 Ford Explorer XLT from Stockton Ford; the vehicle is to be used by the family and consumer science agent at the county extension office. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Saturday morning rollover kills one Aug 13, 2008
Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Martin DeLeon pronounced her dead at the scene. Those injured in the accident are Heather Hutchins, 21, of Friendswood; Thom Hutchins, 40, of Friendswood; and Roderick Bertsinger, 67, of Aransas Pass. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Pedestrian loses life in accident Aug 13, 2008
1 Justice of the Peace Gene Stapleton at 12:55 a.m. last Friday. Investigators think Butaud may have had car trouble and may have been walking to get help when the accident occurred but could not confirm that was the case. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Missoula man jailed after Bonner chase Aug 12, 2008
Justice of the Peace John Odlin responded in favor of the state. I understand that these are only alleged violations, but we have to think about community safety here, and I think this is a substantial risk, Odlin said. (Missoulian, MT)
A Look Back in Time: Money changes everything Aug 11, 2008
Mine and thine: Catorina Archuleta and Roman Padilla, a couple from Converse County, came to Casper to be married, and were, with Justice of the Peace Warren Tubbs officiating ... The newlyweds began to argue, in a language Tubbs admittedly didn't understand, but the vehemence of their discord caused the justice of the peace some indignation. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
City can't enforce speed limit Aug 11, 2008
If Bayou Vista officers wrote speeding tickets there, they would have to spend their days attending a Santa Fe justice of the peace court roughly nine miles away, Flanagan said. Because the road is in an unincorporated area of Galveston County, the law enforcement jurisdiction would fall to the Santa Fe court, not the Bayou Vista Municipal Court, he said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Number of deaths rises to 16 in Texas bus crash Aug 10, 2008
One of the victims was identified as Hoangy Thi Dung, 71, of Houston, who was pronounced dead by a Grayson County justice of the peace. Sherman Police Lt. Bob Fair declined to release the names of the dead because some family members have not been notified. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Bus Accident in Texas Kills 15 on a Pilgrimage Aug 10, 2008
One of the victims was identified as Hoangy Thi Dung, 71, of Houston, who was pronounced dead by a Grayson County justice of the peace. Authorities had not released the identity of other victims. (Newsmax)
Sheriff speaks on jail issue Aug 9, 2008
In July, Justice of the Peace Ronnie Wood, who is the chair of the jail and public service committee, said it was time for the quorum court to do something about the jail and they could not afford to not do this project. Wood and other members of the committee were in favor of doing this project in phases and urged Dollars to talk with Maddox about the project immediately. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
