SUPERIOR COURT SENTENCINGS

Sentenced by Judge Duncan D. Wheale

Jonathan Ladon Guidry , 25, of the 3600 block of Loftwood Drive, a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana; Nov. 21: 10 months in confinement and fined $600

Terry Paige Hufton , 20, of Grovetown, theft by taking; Dec. 19: two years in prison, followed by eight years' probation, and ordered to pay restitution, live with mother for the first two years of probation, not leave home unless going to church, work, Narcotics Anonymous meetings or the doctor, and submit to random drug screens

Charles George Collier , 22, of the 800 block of 15th Avenue, burglary; Jan. 28: three years in prison, followed by seven years' probation, and ordered to pay restitution and have no contact with the victim

Bathshebae Hiya Taylor , 20, of the 1600 block of Gordon Highway, possession of cocaine and possession of a controlled substance (alprazolam); Dec. 19: sentenced under the First Offender Act to seven years' probation, fined $15,000 -- suspended if in compliance with probation -- earn a general educational developmental diploma in the next 12 months and graduate from college in seven years, maintain a B average, submit to random drug screens, live with mother until finished with school or married and follow all household rules, continue to see doctor and banned from hotels and motels

Christopher C. Veal , 38, of North Augusta, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of a controlled substance (clonazepam) with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; Jan. 28: 10 years' probation, transferred to South Carolina, fined $2,000 and ordered to perform 200 hours of community service at the waste water treatment plant, participate in a substance abuse program and submit to random drug screens

Deborah Alene Bush , 54, of North Augusta, first-degree forgery; Nov. 21: five years' probation, transferred to South Carolina, and ordered to return to a drug rehabilitation program, have no contact with the victim and regularly see doctors and follow their recommendations

Yolanda Vinson , 39, of the 1800 block of Cooney Circle, possession of cocaine; Nov. 3: sentenced under the First Offender Act to four years' probation and ordered to submit to random drug screens, complete a course at Serenity Health, finish schooling by the end of this school year, abide by a 10 p.m. curfew and not live with a man unless married to him

Lamar Rodriquez Washington , 32, of the 800 block of Spruce Street, theft by taking; Dec. 19: four years' probation and ordered to pay restitution, perform 50 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens and have no contact with the victim

Dwight Pye , 51, of the 3600 block of Monmouth Road, Hephzibah, possession of cocaine; Dec. 19: five years' probation and ordered to see doctors and take any medications prescribed, attend Alcoholics Anonymous three times a week and undergo drug treatment with the Department of Veterans Affairs

Sammie Lee Harris Jr. , 34, of the 3600 block of Rolling Meadows Drive, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute; Jan. 28: two years in prison, followed by three years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to submit to random drug screens and undergo substance abuse treatment and counseling and evaluation

Charles Phillip Nunnery , 46, of Evans, a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct, Feb. 6: 12 months' probation, fined $600 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, submit to random screens and continue substance abuse treatment and mental health treatment at Evans Medical Center

Toni Michelle Temples , 25, of the 3100 block of Deans Bridge Road, a misdemeanor count of theft by taking; Jan. 30: 12 months' probation, fined $400 and ordered to have no contact with the victim, perform 40 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens and undergo substance abuse evaluation

Sentenced by Judge Michael N. Annis

Willie Clifford Jones , 19, of the 1400 block of Wrightsboro Road, aggravated assault and terroristic threats; Feb. 26: sentenced under the First Offender Act to five years' probation and ordered to perform 200 hours of community service, earn a general educational developmental diploma, submit to drug screens monthly for the first two years of probation, undergo drug treatment and counseling if deemed necessary by probation, have no contact with the victims, participate in a program at Serenity Health and comply with doctor's orders, enroll in a family violence intervention program within 30 days of release from custody and reside with Mr. Scott and abide by his rules

Calvin Hysonne Jackson , 31, of the 2200 block of Walden Drive, theft by taking, possession of a controlled substance (methylenedioxymethamphetamine, also known as MDMA, also known as Ecstasy) and misdemeanor counts of theft by taking and possession of marijuana; Oct. 20: six months in confinement, followed by 11 years and six months' probation, and ordered to pay restitution, perform 350 hours of community service in lieu of paying a fine, submit to monthly drug screens for the first two years and undergo counseling and treatment as deemed necessary by probation

Gary Dean Flowers , 19, of the 200 block of Magnolia Drive, armed robbery and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime; Oct. 24: 10 years in prison, followed by five years' probation, and ordered to pay restitution, earn a general educational developmental diploma, testify truthfully at all trials, stay off the premises of the victim and have no contact with the victims or co-defendants

Shelban Renard Steele , 41, of the 500 block of Tubman Street, six counts of second-degree criminal damage to property; Oct. 24: six years' probation, fined $2,000 and ordered to pay restitution and have no contact with the victim or co-defendant

Sheila Marie Patterson , 40, of the 500 block of Tubman Street, three counts of second-degree criminal damage to property; Nov. 7: sentenced under the First Offender Act to six years' probation, fined $2,000 and ordered to pay restitution and have no contact with the co-defendant or victim

Julius Levant Dixon , 50, of the 2000 block of Wharton Drive, first-degree forgery; Oct. 24: four years' probation and ordered to perform 400 hours of community service in lieu of paying a fine and have no contact with the victim

Sentenced by Judge Carl C. Brown Jr.

Eddie Jessie Holloway , 35, of the 1000 block of Miller Street, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana; Feb. 23: six years in prison and ordered to undergo counseling, testing and random testing for drugs

Sentenced by Judge Sheryl B. Jolly

James Barrett Jr. , 41, of Freedom Way, robbery; Jan. 12: 10 years in prison, followed by 10 years' probation, and ordered to participate in a substance abuse program and have no contact with Kroger or the victim

David Michael Hopkins , 24, of the 2300 block of Travis Road, obtaining a controlled substance (hydrocodone, contained in Lorcet) by fraud; Jan. 12: four years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, participate in a substance abuse program and have no contact with the co-defendant or Kroger

Stephanie Bell Sims , 31, of the 2300 block of Travis Road, a misdemeanor count of criminal trespass; Jan. 28: 12 months' probation, fined $400 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens, participate in a substance abuse program and banned from the premises of all Kroger stores

Rebecca Lynn Bales , 22, of the 2600 block of Milledgeville Road, two counts of theft by shoplifting; Jan. 26: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $300 and ordered to pay restitution, perform 40 hours of community service, have no contact with Target and live with mother until she lets her move out on her own

Joi Beata Griffin , 34, of the 2400 block of Coleman Avenue, obstruction of a law enforcement officer; Jan. 9: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $400 and ordered to pay restitution, perform 50 hours of community service and attend anger management

Antonio Johnson , 19, of the 100 block of Lutheran Drive, theft by receiving stolen property and a misdemeanor count of obstruction of a law enforcement officer; Jan. 9: sentenced under the First Offender Act to 12 months' probation and ordered to attend an academic program at Georgia Southern University or Appalachian State University and maintain grade average to maintain scholarship

Jimmy John Williams Jr. , 48, of the 900 block of King Street, possession of cocaine; Jan. 9: four years' probation, fined $200 and ordered to submit to random drug screens and participate in a substance abuse program

Bridget Renee Ludwig , 24, of the 2900 block of Old U.S. Highway 1, Hephzibah, three counts of use of communication facility in facilitating the commission of violation of the Controlled Substance Act (possession of cocaine); Jan. 12: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $200 and ordered to perform 60 hours of community service, complete a program for mental illness, participate in a substance abuse program, live with grandmother and earn a general educational developmental diploma

Kenneth Patric Glenville , 72, of the 300 block of Alex Lane, habitual violator; Jan. 12: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to participate in a substance abuse treatment program and attend a risk-reduction program

Charles Lawson Bailey III , 21, of Evans, possession of a controlled substance (oxycodone, contained in Oxycontin); Jan. 9: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $200 and ordered to perform 80 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens, participate in a substance abuse program, have no contact with Angel Bosdell, banned from the premises of Budget Inn, reside with parents unless parents request otherwise, abide by an 11 p.m. curfew and remain enrolled at Augusta Technical College or another educational facility

Olando Hammond , 43, of the 1300 block of Apache Trail, Hephzibah, second-degree criminal damage to property; Nov. 17: five years' probation and ordered to pay restitution, complete a 26-week domestic violence course and have no contact directly or indirectly with the victim

Kenneth Wayne Newman Jr. , 32, of the 4400 block of Deans Bridge Road, Blythe, first-degree criminal damage to property, second-degree criminal damage to property and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; Jan. 26: seven years in prison, followed by three years' probation, and ordered to pay restitution and testify truthfully

Omar Ahmad Gray , 22, of the 1700 block of Hicks Street, carrying weapons on school property; Jan. 9: sentenced under the First Offender Act to five years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to submit to random screens and cooperate with Child Support Enforcement

James Alexander Golden , 21, of the 1100 block of Sharps Lane, possession of cocaine; Jan. 27: two years in prison, followed by eight years' probation, fined $400 and ordered to submit to random drug screens, participate in a substance abuse program and treatment, earn a general educational developmental diploma and stay away from Sharps Lane

Cornelious Dougles Bethea , 28, of the 200 block of Ellis Street, possession of cocaine; Jan. 30: two years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens, stay off the property of Budget Inn, cooperate with Child Support Enforcement and undergo a substance abuse evaluation

Ashley Marie Justice , 21, of Martinez, theft by taking; Jan. 27: five years' probation and ordered to pay restitution, have no contact with the victim, submit to random drug screens and complete a 12-month program at Hope House

Demarco Mandrell Williams , 29, of the 100 block of Walker Street, possession of a sawed off shotgun; Jan. 26: one year at the county jail, followed by four years' probation

Tiffany Joy Holmes , 27, of the 2000 block of Walnut Street, possession of cocaine and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana; Jan. 15: sentenced under the First Offender Act to three years' probation, fined $500 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, submit to random drug screens and complete a substance abuse counseling program

INDICTMENTS

HANDED DOWN FEB. 24

Jonathan Jones Jr. , 42, of Evans, theft by taking, obstruction of a law enforcement officer and four misdemeanor counts of theft by shoplifting

Janice Davida Green , 40, of the 200 block of Boy Scout Road, burglary and robbery

Gerald Kantrel Clifford , 23, of the 1700 block of Hicks Street, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and misdemeanor counts of carrying a concealed weapon, driving an unregistered vehicle, no insurance and driving while unlicensed

Michael Edward Jones , 24, of the 2000 block of Olive Road, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and a misdemeanor count of carrying a concealed weapon

Marquis Tony Nunnaly , 19, of the 2500 block of Friar Lane, possession of cocaine

Marquette Terrion Brown , 21, of the 3600 block of Quail Hollow Drive, Hephzibah, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Albert Elmore , 22, of the 2700 block of Blount Avenue, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Kerren Aldul Hunter , 35, of the 3300 block of Wrightsboro Road, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Lonzie Arthur Palmer , 22, of the 2700 block of Blount Avenue, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Darren Devalle Townsend , 24, of the 2700 block of Blount Avenue, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Teddy Scarborough , 49, of the 2900 block of Deans Bridge Road, entering an automobile with intent to commit a theft

Michael Waites , 20, of the 3400 block of Mike Padgett Highway, interference with government property

Bernard Riccardo Mitchell , 22, of the 100 block of Bennock Mill Road, armed robbery, hijacking a motor vehicle and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

James Romine , 46, of Columbia, first-degree forgery

Sherry Rebecca Hatcher , 29, of the 2800 block of Fairmont Street, 18 felony counts and two misdemeanor counts of theft by taking

Ashlee Mitchell , 21, of the 3000 block of White Sand Drive, Hephzibah, two counts each of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

Desmond Reid , 20, of the 3600 block of Stanton Court, two counts each of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

Phillip Nathaniel Gregory , 24, of the 1400 block of Poplar Street, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, two counts of armed robbery, two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana

D'Artanum Demetrius Ivey , 35, of the 1600 block of Gordon Highway, theft by receiving stolen property, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and a misdemeanor count of carrying a concealed weapon

Georgette Reid , 33, of the 2200 block of Sunny Day Drive, Hephzibah, kidnapping with bodily injury, two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of possession of a knife during the commission of a crime and a misdemeanor count of third-degree cruelty to children

Holly Ann Evans , 42, of the 900 block of Holden Street, trafficking methamphetamine

Harry Franklin Harrell , 37, of the 900 block of Holden Street, trafficking methamphetamine

Sidney Carter III , 17, of the 700 block of East Cedar Street, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

Jimmy Lee Ford , also known as Jimmy Gaily McPhaul , 50, of the 100 block of McElmurray Drive, second-degree criminal damage to property

Warren Daniel Odom , 25, of the 3400 block of Lewis Road, obstruction of a law enforcement officer

Kendall Jermal Ward , 19, of the 2500 block of Redd Road, theft by receiving stolen property and misdemeanor counts of possession of marijuana and carrying a concealed weapon

Terrance Edward Morgan , 28, of the 3500 block of Windsor Spring Road, Hephzibah, robbery

Reginald Allen Trumpler , 27, of the 3400 block of Winesap Way, obstruction of a law enforcement officer, attempted removal of a weapon from a public official and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana

Robert Gazella Keyes , 20, of the 2100 block of Ashley Drive, burglary, hijacking a motor vehicle, criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, two counts of armed robbery and three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

Levaughn Marcel Sloans , 22, of the 2000 block of Bassford Drive, malice murder, felony murder, first-degree criminal damage to property, aggravated assault and three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

Irving Anthony Folston , 20, address unavailable, malice murder, felony murder, first-degree criminal damage to property, aggravated assault and three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime

Michael Antwon Lasseter , 28, of the 1900 block of Dunham Court, trafficking cocaine, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of a controlled substance (alprazolam, contained in Xanax) with intent to distribute

PAROLES

Marion Raynard Duncan , also known as Marion Raymond Duncan , 40, convicted May 1, 1998, in Richmond County of armed robbery; sentenced to 10 years in prison, to run concurrently with a 20-year prison sentence handed down Aug. 31, 1989, for a Richmond County conviction of aggravated assault, two counts of robbery and four counts of armed robbery; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 23

Walter Donta Geter , also known as Walter Donita Geter , also known as Walter Geter , also known as Walter Dontae Geter , also known as Walton Dontae Geter , 29, convicted July 14 in Richmond County of concealing the death of another; sentenced to five years in prison; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 26

Benjamin Ison Holden , also known as Benjamin I. Holden , also known as Benjamin Isom Holden , also known as Benjamine Ison Holden , 50, convicted April 17, 2006, in Richmond County of theft by receiving stolen property; sentenced to five years in prison, to run concurrently with a sentence of seven years in prison, followed by three years' probation, handed down May 16, 2003, for a Richmond County conviction of three counts of first-degree forgery, which was running concurrently with a five-year probated sentence handed down March 1, 2002, for a Richmond County conviction of four counts of terroristic threats; absconded from probation Oct. 1, 2002; re-arrested Jan. 10, 2003; probation revoked Feb. 3, 2003; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 26

Charles Lindberg McGruder , also known as Charles L. McGruder , also known as Charles Lee McGrouder , also known as Charles McGruder , also known as Charles Linberg McGruder , also known as Charles Linburg McGruder , also known as Charles Lindber McGruder , also known as Charles Lindbur McGruder , also known as Charles Lindburg McGruder , also known as Charles NMN McGruder , also known as Charles R. McGruder , 70, convicted Oct. 2, 2007, in Richmond County of habitual impaired driving and a misdemeanor count of driving with an excessive blood alcohol concentration; sentenced to three years in prison, to run concurrently with a four-year prison sentence handed down Jan. 7, 2005, for a Richmond County conviction of habitual violator; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 27 under the condition he consumes no alcohol while on parole

Donald Bernard Merritt , also known as Donald B. Merritt , also known as Donald Merritt , also known as Duck Merritt , also known as Tony Merritt , 48, convicted Aug. 15, 2003, in Richmond County of possession of cocaine; sentenced to seven years in prison, followed by eight years' probation; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 27

Frank Harold Rawl , also known as Frank H. Rawl , 43, convicted March 16, 2006, in Richmond County of robbery and attempted robbery; sentenced to five years in prison, followed by five years' probation, to run concurrently with a six-year prison sentence handed down Nov. 4, 2002, for convictions in Richmond and Columbia counties of financial transaction card theft, financial transaction card fraud and theft by taking; paroled to Richmond County effective Feb. 27

Carl Edward Maloyd Jr. , also known as Carl Edward Maloyd , also known as Carl Maloyd , 25, convicted Aug. 8, 2007, in Richmond County of possession of cocaine and a misdemeanor count of obstruction of a law enforcement officer; sentenced to five years in prison, followed by two years' probation, to run concurrently with a seven-year probated sentence handed down Jan. 14, 2005, for a Richmond County conviction of possession of cocaine; arrested March 10, 2006; probation revoked March 22, 2006; paroled to Richmond County effective March 2

Lloyd Bruce Petersen Jr. , also known as Lloyd Bruce Peterson , also known as Lloyd Bruce Peterson Jr. , also known as Lloyd Petrsen , 27, convicted Jan. 3, 2006, in Richmond County of burglary; sentenced to five years in prison, to run concurrently with a seven-year probated sentence handed down June 16, 2000, for a Richmond County conviction of burglary; probation revoked Sept. 18, 2005; paroled to Columbia County effective March 2

Christopher Jermai Roland , also known as Christopher Jerma Roland , also known as Christopher Roland , also known as Christopher Jarma Roland , 26, convicted June 11, 2004, in Richmond County of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; sentenced to four years in prison, to run concurrently with a 10-year prison sentence handed down Feb. 9, 2001, for a Richmond County conviction of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, which was running concurrently with an eight-year probated sentence handed down Dec. 3, 1999, for a Richmond County conviction of possession of cocaine; probation revoked Feb. 9, 2001; paroled to Richmond County effective March 2

Michael James Williams , also known as Michael Williams , 55, convicted Oct. 22, 2004, in Richmond County of theft by shoplifting; sentenced to five years in prison, to run concurrently with a five-year probated sentence handed down Dec. 12, 2003, for a Richmond County conviction of possession of cocaine; probation revoked Oct. 22, 2004; paroled to Richmond County effective March 3

Dustin Lawrence Powell , 24, convicted June 4, 2004, in Richmond County of child molestation, sexual exploitation of a minor and criminal attempt to commit aggravated child molestation; sentenced to five years in prison, followed by 10 years' probation; paroled to South Carolina effective March 4 under the condition he be placed on electronic monitoring immediately upon release

Latonya Lacey , also known as Latonya Ann Lacy , also known as Latonya Ann Lacey , also known as Latonia Ann Lacy , also known as Latonya Lacy , 26, convicted April 17, 2007, in Richmond County of negotiating fictitious checks; sentenced to one year in prison, followed by two years' probation; probation began Oct. 31, 2007; probation revoked June 9; paroled to Richmond County effective March 6

DUI

sentencings

Jason Brent Melton , 25, of Martinez, Nov. 10: 14 days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $941 and ordered to perform 30 days of community service, undergo clinical evaluation for substance abuse, have an ignition interlock device installed, pay a $25 photo fee, surrender tags and attend a risk-reduction program

William Jermaine Noble , 26, of the 3500 block of Melody Drive, Nov. 12: 14 days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $941 and ordered to pay restitution, perform 30 days of community service, undergo clinical evaluation for substance abuse, have an ignition interlock device installed, pay a $25 photo fee, surrender tags, submit to random screens and attend a risk-reduction program

Garrette Baker , 43, of the 1700 block of Cornell Drive, Nov. 12: 10 days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, pay a $50 indigent defense assessment fee and attend a risk-reduction program

Christopher Ross Gunnels , 21, of Wrens, Ga., Nov. 12: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Hans Juergen Nitsch Jr. , 26, of the 1100 block of Piney Grove Road, Nov. 12: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Gregory Williams , 38, of Lithia Springs, Ga., Nov. 12: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Richard Kelly Jr. , 65, of the 2800 block of Royal Street, Nov. 13: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $941 and ordered to submit to random drug and alcohol screens and undergo clinical evaluation for substance abuse

Christy Chancey Stone , 37, of Windsor, Nov. 13: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, undergo alcohol counseling and attend a risk-reduction program

Megan Aluren Webb , 22, of Thomson, Nov. 13: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Ernest Lee Vigil , 25, of the 4200 block of Seago Road, Hephzibah, Nov. 13: one day in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Jeffery Tyler Johnson , 23, of the 4300 block of Creekview Drive, Hephzibah, Nov. 13: two days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, undergo clinical evaluation for substance abuse, pay a $50 indigent defense assessment fee, submit to random screens and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Otis Lynn Horne Jr. , 46, of Curry Street, Nov. 14: 14 days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $941 and ordered to perform 30 days of community service, undergo clinical evaluation for substance abuse, have an ignition interlock device installed, pay a $25 photo fee, surrender tags, pay a $50 indigent defense assessment fee and attend a risk-reduction program

Fletcher Russell Cooper , 24, of the 3700 block of Clanton Road, Nov. 14: two days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction

Bruce Lockhart , 43, of the 1500 block of Wilder Street, Nov. 14: two days in jail, 12 months' probation, fined $651 and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service, pay a $50 indigent defense assessment fee and attend a risk-reduction program and issued an affidavit of first DUI conviction