Sheriff Matt Gentry speaks to reporters Tuesday afternoon. / W.C. Mann

FAIRVIEW - On Tuesday afternoon, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry spoke with the media about the murder of Daniel Ray Osborn II and the joint Hartselle Police/Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigation that led to the arrests Monday of Andrew “Drue” Jacob Maresh and Tyler Stephen Hudson for the crime.

Osborn was last seen by his family on Feb. 3, 2018. On Monday afternoon, his body was found buried in the yard of a home in Fairview.  Hudson, 20, of Baileyton and Maresh, 19, of Hartselle were arrested and charged with murder Monday night. Both are being held without bond at the Cullman County Detention Center.

Gentry did not discuss sources at Tuesday’s press conference, simply saying that information obtained by investigators led them to a property near the intersection of Alabama Highway 69 and County Road 1534 in Fairview.  

There, he said, “After several hours, we were able to discover a body, and at that time, we started putting together the facts and trying to identify possible suspects.  From there, we went and located two suspects: a Tyler Stephen Hudson and Andrew Jacob Maresh. Throughout the investigation, we were able to obtain probable cause through the investigation, working with the (Cullman County) District Attorney’s office, that led to their arrest for murder late last night.”

While speculation is rampant on social media, the CCSO is not releasing details about the cause of death or the specific details of what led them to the particular location where the body was found.  Gentry indicated that the investigation is ongoing, and that both suspects are currently in the Cullman County Detention Center pending a bond hearing before a judge.

Asked by a reporter what led to the break in the case, the sheriff stated, “It’s just hard work and effort by the investigators from the Hartselle Police Department and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.  You know, in any kind of incident, you have to be relentless, be out in the community talking with people, gathering evidence, following leads. And that’s what those investigators have been doing for the last two months.”

One reporter said, “I think the question that everyone in Hartselle is asking is ‘Why?’”  

Gentry responded, “You know, in any situation I think it’s with life in general--and again, I can’t get into the specifics of this case--but it’s all about decisions.  One of the things: these individuals are very young--19 and 20 years old--and it comes down to making the right decision.”

He continued, “I think in society today, our youth are numb to decision-making; they’re numb to what life is really--the reality of life.  And the biggest thing that I can tell you: we need good leaders, we need good leadership and we need good decision-making. And if you do that, life is a lot better.”

The Tribune broke the story Monday night. Authorities from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office, Hartselle Police Department and Cullman County Coroner's Office were at the scene on County Road 1534 in Fairview on Monday. Although Gentry and Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick would not comment on the case Monday, each saying only, "The investigation is ongoing," multiple sources confirmed to The Tribune that night that an excavation took place and that a body, believed to be that of Osborn, was recovered.

On Tuesday morning, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement, “(On) Monday, March 26, 2018, Cullman County Sheriff’s (Office) “CCSO” investigators and Hartselle Police Department investigators responded to an address in the Fairview community, Cullman County. This response was from several weeks of a relentless investigation of a missing person’s case that was initiated in the Hartselle community.  Sadly, in the course of the investigation, the victim’s body was discovered buried at the residence.”

The statement said that after the discovery of the victim’s body, investigators, working in conjunction with the Cullman County District Attorney’s Office, continued the investigation throughout the night.

“I would like to commend the hard work and dedication from the Hartselle Investigators and the Investigators from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office in working this case together. Our prayers go out to the victim’s family during this time of tragedy and loss,” said Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry.

The Hartselle Police Department published the following on its Facebook page late Monday night, confirming that it was Osborn's body found in Fairview:

Today Investigators located the body of Daniel Ray Osborn II near Fairview in Cullman, Alabama. Cullman County Sheriff's Office proceeded with the investigation and charged Tyler Hudson and Andrew Maresh with Murder. This has been a very difficult time for Daniel's family. They would appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

-Sgt. McDearmond

According to a Facebook page set up to aid in the search for Osborn, “He was last seen by Family on Feb 3rd. He had last text communication on Feb 16th around 1:20pm. We are not positive that this was him. Missing person report was filed with Hartselle Police Department on Feb 18th. His phone battery also died on Feb 18th. On Feb 20th, Daniel's Car was found in Baileyton, AL. It was found at a junkyard with 1 tire appearing to have been blown out. The tag was missing. On Feb 21st, Daniel's prepaid plan has ran out of mins. So his phone is disconnected.”

Maresh and Hudson were members of the Facebook page. On Tuesday, one of the page's members posted: "Wolf in Sheep Clothing. Right under our noses this entire time. Not only were they friends of Daniel Ray Osborn II, but they were also sharing our post(s) and joining our group to 'help find him.'"

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for March 27. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Armstrong, Kevin Wayne, 39

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Barbee, Isaac Tyler, 26

• public intoxication

Burgett, Christopher Allen, 35

• FTA- liability insurance required

Burks, Jason Wayne, 38

• FTA- driving while suspended

Church, Ashley Michelle, 28

• FTA- liability insurance required

Cupp, Tabitha Sue, 43

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Cupp, Terry Dewayne, 47

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Hester, Billie Michelle, 41

• harassment

Maresh, Andrew Jacob, 19

• FTA- first-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument
• FTA- first-degree unlawful possession of marijuana not for personal use
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Cullman Police Department

Capps, Dylan E., 26

• DUI

Tucker, Oliver S., 21

• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Walker, Kevin O., 37

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- littering

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.

CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for March 28. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Alexander, Billy Allen, 49

• chemical endangerment of a child (2 counts)

Beebe, Tyrone Daishawn, 20

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Cray, Shane Robert, 31

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Fornes, John Allen, 27

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Glasgow, Tommy Ray, 51

• DUI- influence of alcohol

Griffin, George Ervin, 19

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- fourth-degree theft of property

Keeton, Charles Louis, 56

• public intoxication

Knight, Amber Marie, 29

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Knowles, Madison Paige, 21

• chemical endangerment of a child (2 counts)

Knowles, Tracy Rena, 20

• chemical endangerment of a child (2 counts)

Posey, Bobby Joe, 31

• FTA- DUI- .08 BAC or greater

Pridgen, Keith Roberts, 36

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Speegle, Wesley Brendan, 26

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- speeding

Stallings, Alyssa Mercedez, 20

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Staten, Phillip Lashawn, 20

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Stewart, Mary Elizabeth, 32

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Williams, Theodore Vann Jr., 30

• FTA- altered/mutilated tag or decal

Cullman Police Department

Williams, Theodore V. Jr., 30

• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.

Billy Alexander, Madison Knowles, Tracy Knowles / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

JOPPA - Investigators with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Wednesday charged three people in the community of Joppa with two counts each of chemical endangerment of a child.

Billy Allen Alexander, 49, Madison Paige Knowles, 21, and Tracy Rena Knowles, 20, were arrested after a search warrant of their residence allegedly yielded methamphetamine, prescription medication and marijuana, which a statement from the CCSO said were all being used by the offenders at the residence.

Four children, ages 2 months old to 3 years, were also living at the residence. The CCSO said all of the children tested positive for methamphetamine due to the exposure from the offenders.

“As sheriff I am proud of the effort by our investigators and the (Cullman County) Department of Human Resources to protect our children; however, as a father and sheriff it angers me that the very ones who should ensure the children’s safety have exposed them to this type of environment. Our mission is to be tireless and relentless to those who put children at risk,” said Sheriff Matt Gentry.

All three offenders remain in the Cullman County Detention Center, each on a $10,000 bond.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for March 29. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

No arrests reported.

Cullman Police Department

Posey, Bobby J., 31

• FTA- improper brake light
• FTA- driving without a license

Aderhold, Nicholas H., 39

• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• possession of drug paraphernalia

McKoy, Wesley N., 37

• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Eddy, Christy L., 38

• FTA- driving while revoked

Barton, Andrew P., 27

• third-degree forgery
• third-degree possession of a forged instrument

Borchart, Alex J., 27

• FTA- public intoxication

Graves, Steven K., 29

• fourth-degree theft of property

Harbison, Ann Marie H., 34

• fourth-degree theft of property

Ewertz, Daniel J., 38

• DUI

Ferguson, Mary E., 36

• public intoxication

Pennington, Tommy C., 56

• public intoxication

Gill, Jenny R., 44

• fourth-degree theft of property

Gill, Brandon L., 20

• fourth-degree theft of property

Sawyer, Noah R., 19

• fourth-degree theft of property

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.

Two suspects vandalized the coin-operated horse ride at Sportsman Lake Park Wednesday night. / Noah Galilee

CULLMAN– On Thursday morning, staff at Sportsman Lake Park arrived to find a newly purchased coin-operated horse ride had been damaged. And this isn’t the first time Sportsman Lake Park has been targeted.

Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport on Friday morning said that the two suspects arrived at the park after hours on a motorcycle before spending nearly a half-hour to break into the machine.

“It happened Wednesday morning around 2:55 a.m. They (suspects) were riding what looked like a crotch rocket motorcycle that is white or gray in color. Two people (were) riding it before they parked around behind the office,” Davenport said. “They were working on the coin-operated horse ride for 20 minutes. After trying to drill the lock out, with no success, they used something to pry off the door into the change box, stealing all money along with the money box.”

The cost to fix the mechanical horse, which was purchased a little more than year ago, will set County Parks and Recreation back roughly $1,000, using spare parts, according to Davenport.

The suspects then focused their attention on a Dr. Pepper machine, which is positioned close to the putt-putt golf area, with no luck.

“They never got into the Pepsi machine but did mess it up, so that it’s out of order,” he said. 

When asked about tighter security measures, Davenport stated, “A City officer did a drive through into the park and the (suspects) saw him. They immediately left in a hurry but he didn’t know what was was going on at the time.”

In a little more than a year, both Sportsman Lake and Smith Lake Parks have been vandalized, including incidents of arson, which is putting a financial burden onto the parks system and taking away elements of the park that visitors enjoy.

“Over the past 12-18 months we have had picnic tables set on fire, paddle boats burnt, paper towels and tissue dispensers torn off wall and busted, signs stolen, spraying (graffiti) on walls, a motorcycle doing burn outs in the bathrooms that had to be cleaned and repainted, doors busted in bathroom stalls and vandalism to splashpads multiple times,” he said. “When you add the labor and materials, probably $10-$15,000 that could have been used for other improvements to the park.”

When asked about increasing patrols in the areas, Davenport stated that his department has inquired with both the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department, along with looking at automatic gates to be placed at both parks’ entrances.

“We have been working with the County and the City to try to do more drive throughs. I’ve been wanting to have time control-accessed gates at Sportsman Lake and Smith Lake, but the cost is around $25-$28,000,” he stated.

Davenport is asking the public to report anyone at the park after 10 p.m. to the police department. The only exception is for those visitors who are camping on the grounds.

“We just need the public’s help with the vandalism. Sometimes people say, ‘I’d just take those items out’ or ‘not replace them and not give them anything to do maybe then they stop vandalizing the park,’ but we can’t let a few people control or dictate our family parks that we love and are very proud of for our hometown,” he said. “There’s a lot that we would like to bring to the parks for our community, but things like this slow that down, as it takes away from your budget to do repairs.”

Anyone with any information regarding the recent vandalism and theft is asked to contact the Cullman Police Department at 256-734-1434 or Cullman County Sheriff’s Office at 256-734-0342.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for March 29-April 1. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (March 29-April 1)

Bailey, Ashley Carol, 32

• FTA- first-degree unlawful possession of marijuana not for personal use

Burnham, William Rance, 24

• reckless driving

Calvert, Chaulka Charles, 42

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• writ of arrest- child support

Dolan, Mark Christopher, 51

• third-degree assault

Edge, Patrick Thomas, 24

• DUI- .08 BAC or greater

Gaddis, Jennifer Ann, 33

• FTA- third-degree forgery

Gann, Jeffery James, 55

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Garrard, Richard Leon, 42

• GJ- third-degree theft of property

Gibson, Jason Lynn, 44

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Gill, Jenny Rebecca, 44

• FTA- contributing to the delinquency of a minor

Givens, Paul Michael, 24

• FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment
• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Graves, Kevin Dewayne, 32

• probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Hall, Anthony Tyrone, 42

• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Hanners, Bobby Leon, 29

• tampering with physical evidence
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Harper, Jason Wade, 33

• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Harris, Steven Paul, 39

• probation violation- attempt to commit a controlled substance crime
• probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Hyde, Ashley Brooke, 40

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Jones, Hannah Azalea, 26

• FTA- attempting to elude
• possession of drug paraphernalia

McCormick, Kenny Lynn Jr., 25

• FTA- resisting arrest (2 counts)
• FTA- third-degree theft of property
• FTA- third-degree theft of property (old charge only)

Owens, Jessica Marie, 30

• obstruction- using false ID

Smith, Blake Sanderson, 29

• second-degree bail jumping- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• first-degree bail jumping- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Smith, Susan Winton, 65

• first-degree hindering prosecution

Speegle, Kevin Alan, 36

• public intoxication

Stewart, Brian Wesley, 33

• public lewdness

Strickland, Ronnie James, 44

• public intoxication

Taylor, Anthony Wayne, 33

• FTA- third-degree burglary

Tennihill, Jennifer Alicia, 31

• probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Thomas, Marissa Ann, 27

• public intoxication

Wilcox, Kayla Renee, 34

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Cullman Police Department (March 30-April 1)

McCormick, Kenny L. Jr., 25

• FTA- attempting to elude
• FTA- third-degree criminal trespassing

Johnson, Brandi L., 36

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Stover, Tevin O., 25

• FTA- violation of protection order

Hanners, Curtis R., 51

• FTA- driving while revoked

Strickland, Ronnie J., 44

• FTA- public intoxication (4 counts)

Dockins, Cathy L., 59

• DUI

Sellers, Christian A., 21

• unlawful distribution of a controlled substance

Dibble, Michael T., 43

• DUI

Taylor, Anthony W., 33

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Rosin, Cody A., 26

• FTA- public intoxication

Shader, Raechel N., 32

• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree promoting prison contraband

Edge, Patrick T., 24

• FTA- speeding

Buchanan, Brad L., 49

• public intoxication

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.

CULLMAN - Cullman County’s circuit and district judges recently decided to update the county’s bail bond schedule, which had been in effect since 2016. Several drug-related offenses on the schedule have had bond amounts drastically reduced, and two lesser offenses--criminal littering and consumption/possession of alcohol by a minor--were reduced from monetary bonds to release on recognizance.

An official with the county court system explained that suspects who receive high initial bond amounts for those particular offenses typically have the amounts reduced at subsequent hearings, so the new schedule is an effort to bring the initial bond amounts in line with the bond amounts those suspects would end up with anyway.

Several crimes involving violent behavior or threats of violent behavior have had their bond amounts retained, but they have been amended to include a provision that the suspect can have no contact with the alleged victim.

Three new categories have been added to the schedule: harassment/harassing communications, reckless driving and violation of a protection from abuse order.

The Cullman County Bond Schedule

Terms

• Felony - category of serious crimes (Fel. on chart)
• Misdemeanor - category of crimes considered to be minor offenses (Mis. on chart)
• Violation - lowest category of minor crimes, including traffic tickets and others (Viol. on chart)
• Degree - first, second, third, or fourth; the seriousness of a crime which may occur in different forms.  First degree is the most serious. (1d, 2d, 3d, 4d on chart)
• Class - A, B, C, or D; like degree, refers to the seriousness of an offense.  Class A is the most serious. (cA, cB, cC, cD on chart)
• ROR - suspect released on his or her own recognizance, without bond

Bond Schedule in effect since Jan. 30, 2016

Bold indicates changes made on the Mar. 19, 2018 schedule.

• Assault 1d, Fel. cB - $10,000...Now $10,000 plus no contact with victim
• Assault 2d, Fel. cC - $5,000...Now $5,000 plus no contact with victim
• Assault 3d, Mis. cA - $3,000...Now $3,000 plus no contact with victim
• Attempting to Elude, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Attempting to Elude with injury/fatality, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Burglary 1d, Fel. cA - $20,000...no change
• Burglary 2d, Fel. cB - $10,000...no change
• Burglary 3d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Carrying Concealed Weapon, no category/class listed - $750...no change
• Carrying Pistol without Permit, no category/class listed - $750...no change
• Contributing to Delinquency of Minor, no category/class listed - $500...Now $500 plus no contact with victim
• Criminal Littering, Mis. cC - $500...Now changed to ROR
• Criminal Mischief 1d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Criminal Mischief 2d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Criminal Mischief 3d, Mis. cB - $1,000...no change
• Criminal Trespass 1d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Criminal Trespass 2d, Mis. cC - $1,000...no change
• Criminal Trespass 3d, Viol. - $500...no change
• Discharge Firearm into Occupied Dwelling/Vehicle, Fel. cC - $5,000...Now $5,000 plus no contact with victim
• Disorderly Conduct, Mis. cC - $500...no change
• Domestic Violence 3d, Mis. cA - $1,500...Now $1,500 plus no contact with victim
• Domestic Violence Assault, Mis. cA - $1,500...Now $1,500 plus no contact with victim
• Domestic Violence Harassment, Mis. cA - $1,500...Now $1,500 plus no contact with victim
• DUI, Fel. - $5,000...no change
• DUI, Mis. - $2,000...no change
• Felon in Possession of Firearm, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Forgery/Possession of Forged Instrument 1d, Fel. cB - $10,000...no change
• Forgery/Possession of Forged Instrument 2d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Forgery/Possession of Forged Instrument 3d, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Forgery/Possession of Forged Instrument 4d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Fraudulent Use of Credit Card, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Giving False Information to Law Enforcement Officer, Mis. cB - $1,000...no change
• Harassment/Harassing Communications (not on 2016 schedule), Mis. cC - $1,500 plus no contact with victim
• Illegal Possession of Alcohol/Public Intoxication, Viol. - $250...no change
• Illegal Possession of Prescription Medication, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Leaving Scene of Accident with Injuries, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Leaving Scene of Accident without Injuries, Mis. cB - $1,000...no change
• Menacing, Mis. cA - $3,000...Now Mis. cB - $3,000 plus no contact with victim
• Minor in Possession/Consumption of Alcohol, Mis. cC - $500...Now ROR after 24 hours
• Obstructing Justice/Using False ID, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Open House Party, Mis. cB - $1,000...no change
• Possession of Burglary Tools, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Promoting Prison Contraband 1d, Fel. cB - $10,000...no change
• Promoting Prison Contraband 2d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Promoting Prison Contraband 3d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Rape 1d, Fel. cA - $20,000...Now $20,000 plus no contact with victim
• Rape 2d, Fel. cB - $10,000...Now $10,000 plus no contact with victim
• Receiving Stolen Property 1d, Fel. cB - $10,000...no change
• Receiving Stolen Property 2d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Receiving Stolen Property 3d, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Receiving Stolen Property 4d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Reckless Endangerment, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Reckless Driving (not on 2016 schedule), no category or class listed - $500
• Resisting Arrest, Mis. cB - $1,000...no change
• Theft of Property 1d, Fel. cB - $10,000...no change
• Theft of Property 2d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Theft of Property 3d, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Theft of Property 4d, Mis. cA - $3,000...no change
• Traffic Violations, Viol. - $300...no change
• Trafficking Illegal Drugs, Fel. cC - $1,000,000...Now $500,000
• Unlawful Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Substance, Fel. cB - $20,000...no change
• Unlawful Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance 1d, Fel. cA - $1,000,000...Now $500,000
• Unlawful Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance 2d, Fel. cB - $1,000,000...Now $500,000
• Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Mis. cB - $1,000...Now $300
• Unlawful Possession of Marijuana not for personal use 1d, Fel. cC - $5,000...no change
• Unlawful Possession of Marijuana for personal use 1d, Fel. cD - $4,000...no change
• Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2d, Mis. cA - $2,000...Now $500
• Violation of Protection from Abuse Order (not on 2016 schedule), Mis. cA - $1,500 plus no contact with victim

Bond amounts for murder, attempted murder and manslaughter are set by judges on a case-by-case basis.

General Bond Schedules for offenses not listed

2016

• Class A felony…$10,000 to $60,000
• Class B felony…$5,000 to $30,000
• Class C felony…$2,500 to $15,000
• Class D felony…$1,000 to $10,000
• Class A misdemeanor…$300 to $6,000
• Class B misdemeanor…$300 to $3,000
• Class C misdemeanor…$300 to $1,000
• Violation…$300 to $500

2018

• Class A felony…$30,000
• Class B felony…$15,000
• Class C felony…$10,000
• Class D felony…$5,000
• Class A misdemeanor…$3,000
• Class B misdemeanor…$1,500
• Class C misdemeanor…$500
• Violation…Released on Own Recognizance

What is a bail bond?

Bail is an amount of money paid, or property pledged to a court to secure the release of an accused person prior to hearings or trials.  It is given to help guarantee that the defendant shows up at court when he or she is supposed to do so. Bonds can take three main forms:

• Recognizance bond – For cases in which the bail amount might be very low and the defendant is considered to be a low flight risk, that person might simply sign a pledge to pay a certain fine if the court date is missed.
• Property bond – The defendant or others acting on his or her behalf sign over interest in real property of a given dollar value to secure the defendant’s release.  Think of it as a temporary mortgage to the court. These are often set with high dollar amounts.
• Cash bond – The defendant or others acting on his or her behalf must deposit actual money with the court.  This is where bail bondsmen often come in. These bonds are often much lower than property bonds, but can be more difficult to procure, since they require actual money in-hand.

Upon completion of the case, the money is returned or property reverts to the owner’s control.  If the defendant fails to appear in court on the set date, cash money is forfeited and property can be seized.

Who has a right to bail?

The 8th Amendment contained in the Bill of Rights of the United States Constitution reads:

“Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”

Article 1, sec. 16 of the 1901 Constitution of the State of Alabama reads:

“That all persons shall, before conviction, be bailable by sufficient sureties, except for capital offenses, when the proof is evident or the presumption great; and that excessive bail shall not in any case be required.”

Section 7.2 of the Alabama Rules of Criminal Procedures (ARCP) begins:

“Any defendant charged with an offense bailable as a matter of right may be released pending or during trial on his or her personal recognizance or on an appearance bond unless the court or magistrate determines that such a release will not reasonably assure the defendant’s appearance as required, or that the defendant’s being at large will pose a real and present danger to others or to the public at large.”

Defendants have a right to be released on bond pending hearings and trials, unless they are charged with capital offenses or the judge/magistrate considers them to be flight risks or threats to the community.

Judges are given wide leeway in assigning bail amounts.  To a degree, it’s a judgment call (no pun intended) on their part, but it’s an educated judgment call informed by numerous factors.

Fair v. excessive bail

So how does the system determine what is fair and what is excessive?  The ARCP sets forth guidelines to be considered when imposing bail:

• The age, background and family ties, relationships and circumstances of the defendant
• The defendant’s reputation, character and health
• The defendant’s prior criminal record, including prior releases on recognizance or on secured appearance bonds, and other pending cases
• The identity of responsible members of the community who will vouch for the defendant’s reliability
• Violence or lack of violence in the alleged commission of the offense
• The nature of the offense charged, the apparent probability of conviction, and the likely sentence, insofar as these factors are relevant to the risk of nonappearance
• The type of weapon used
• Threats made against victims and/or witnesses
• The value of property taken during the alleged commission of the offense
• Whether the property allegedly taken was recovered or not; damage or lack of damage to property allegedly taken
• Residence of the defendant, including consideration of real property ownership, and length of residence in his or her place of domicile
• In cases where the defendant is charged with a drug offense, evidence of selling or pusher activity should indicate a substantial increase in the amount of bond. (More on this later)
• Consideration of the defendant’s employment status and history, the location of defendant’s employment, e.g., whether employed in the county where the alleged offense occurred, and the defendant’s financial condition
• Any enhancement statutes related to the charged offense

These considerations lead to a few examples.  In cases of similar offenses:

• A defendant who is young and healthy may get a higher amount than an elderly or ill defendant.
• A defendant who lives or has significant connections outside the state may get a higher amount than one whose roots are local.
• A repeat offender with a history of criminal behavior may get a higher amount than a first-time offender whose prior reputation was positive.
• A defendant with personal access to substantial financial resources may get a higher amount than a defendant who is poor.
• A defendant in a drug distribution or trafficking case is likely to get a higher amount than defendants in cases of other crimes within the same felony class.

The drug issue

Why do people charged with drug distribution/trafficking face such high bond amounts?

First, let us define “trafficking.”  Drug trafficking involves possession of large amounts of a drug with intent to sell or distribute and carries substantially higher penalties than simple possession.  It is based on amounts: the justice system assumes that possession of very small amounts would be for personal use. On the following table from the Code of Alabama section 13, the amounts shown are the minimum amounts of each drug that would lead to a trafficking charge.  Many drugs are included in the Code; those common in the Cullman area are included here.

• Marijuana/Cannabis…………………………………….1 kilo/2.2 pounds
• Cocaine………………………………………………….28 grams/.99 ounces
• Opiates, including Morphine and Heroin……………….4 grams/.14 ounces
• Amphetamines………………………………………….28 grams
• Methamphetamine………………………………………28 grams

The Code and ARCP both note that persons arrested for trafficking who are found to be in possession of a firearm at the same time will face additional penalties, as will those arrested for distribution to minors or distribution within 3 miles of a school or public housing facility.  These issues might also figure into bond considerations.

Statistics concerning drug defendants

Below are a few facts about drug defendants (those arrested but not yet convicted) from the Federal Bureau of Justice Statistics, that might shed some light on the system’s particular targeting of accused drug dealers for high bond amounts.

On average, more than 30 percent of defendants who are released while awaiting trial on drug charges will commit another similar offense before they go to trial.

Almost one in four federal drug defendants fail to show at scheduled court appearances.

Released drug defendants have the highest re-arrest rate of any defendant category.

Almost one-third of persons arrested for drug-related offenses will commit the same or a similar offense while awaiting trial.  The commission of a second crime while out on bail can lead to the right to bail being revoked and may possibly result in bail paid or pledged being forfeited to the court. Therefore, high bail amounts for drug cases not only increase the chances of defendants showing up for court, they also encourage those most likely to repeat their offense to obey the law while they wait.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 2. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Boone, Katrina Sheree, 21

• first-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument

Butler, Larry Trebor, 29

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Campbell, Joshua Adam, 34

• FTA- first-degree criminal mischief
• first-degree criminal mischief

Carty, David Wayne, 54

• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Frost, Carla Marie, 44

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• second-degree bail jumping- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Hallmark, Tony Lawayne, 43

• FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Hammond, Tyler James, 29

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Hazel, James Wellington Jr., 51

• carrying a pistol without a license

Jones, Kevin Doyle, 32

• FTA- third-degree forgery (3 counts)

Kimbril, Danny Lee, 57

• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

McKinnon, Roger Kyle, 20

• first-degree theft of property

Oden, Nicholas Wayne, 29

• writ of arrest- child support

Smith, Amber Danielle, 33

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Storer, Kenneth M., 36

• negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (2 counts)

Cullman Police Department

Robinson, Carolyn A., 27

• FTA- fourth-degree theft of property

Smith, Timothy M., 31

• FTA- fourth-degree theft of property

Wilson, Donald L., 68

• fourth-degree theft of property

Johnson, Ladonna W., 38

• third-degree criminal trespassing

Johnson, Catherine L., 18

• fourth-degree theft of property

Bollen, Lena R., 53

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Jones, Laurie A., 32

• resisting arrest
• attempting to elude

Humanes, Mark A., 56

• DUI

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 3. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Alexander, Janet Michelle, 42

• chemical endangerment of a child

Cantrell, Julie Fulmer, 45

• probation violation- second-degree theft of property

Deen, Dena Solana, 42

• judge’s order- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Duke, Randall Joseph, 35

• third-degree attempted burglary
• second-degree criminal trespassing

Dunn, Ronald Shane, 46

• public intoxication

Henry, Sabra Mylaine, 44

• FTA- second-degree attempted theft

Millican, Wesley Mark, 28

• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Niblett, Herman III, 39

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Scott, Cody Allen, 28

• probation violation- third-degree burglary
• probation violation- unlawful manufacture of a controlled substance

Smith, Roger Dale, 35

• brass knuckles
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Warren, Tracy Scott, 49

• harassment

Cullman Police Department

Hastings, Roy M. Jr., 29

• false reporting to law enforcement

Klocek, Anissa M., 39

• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Jenkins, Daphnie S., 45

• third-degree possession of a forged instrument

Harris, Rex A., 51

• harassment

Sherrell, Cameron D., 20

• attempting to elude

Hood, Robert C., 60

• unlawful distribution of a controlled substance (2 counts)

Clemons, Phillip, 44

• fourth-degree theft of property

Speakman, Tyler L., 23

• third-degree criminal trespassing

McAlpine, Nicholas D., 35

• FTA- insurance violation

Dunn, Ronald S., 46

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia (2 counts)

Prince, Michael D., 20

• FTA- speeding

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 4. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Edwards, Stacy Dion, 41

• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Gilley, Colton Chase, 21

• probation revoked- first-degree criminal mischief
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Hathcock, Elizabeth Ann, 51

• possession of drug paraphernalia

McGregor, Ronald Lloyd, 62

• probation revoked- unlawful distribution of a controlled substance

Owens, Chad Michael, 33

• FTA- driving while revoked (2 counts)
• FTA- speeding

Sanford, Breana Michelle, 30

• second-degree bail jumping- second-degree domestic violence

Thompson, Destiney Kiah, 20

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- first-degree unlawful possession of marijuana not for personal use

Walker, Jackie Lee Jr., 21

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Cullman Police Department

Long, Craig A. Jr., 22

• fourth-degree theft of property

Owens, Chad M., 33

• FTA- driving without a license

Brown, Andrea N., 35

• FTA- third-degree domestic violence

Goodrich, Charity L., 42

• FTA- public intoxication

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 5. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Beebe, Tyrone Daishawn, 20

• probation revoked- third-degree burglary

Elliott, Charles David, 40

• FTA- driving while suspended

Graves, Steven Keith, 29

• unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle (4 counts)
• FTA- third-degree burglary

Hyde, Bryanna Sumone, 22

• FTA- driving while suspended
• FTA- proof of liability insurance required

King, Dusty Jordan, 18

• public intoxication

Lovell, William Jason, 36

• FTA- second-degree theft of property

Mabry, Kanitha Renae, 37

• probation violation- second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument
• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Swann, Jamie Deann, 36

• probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance (2 counts)

Swann, Johnny Gregory Jr., 36

• GJ- third-degree felony domestic violence- harassment
• fourth-degree theft of property

Young, Jimmy Lee, 46

• probation violation- unlawful manufacture of a controlled substance

Cullman Police Department

Waldrop, Amanda R., 31

• DUI- controlled substance
• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Likos, Andrew G., 30

• third-degree burglary
• first-degree theft of property

Swann, Fallon M., 29

• giving false information to a law enforcement officer

Palmer, Jason A., 21

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Holland, Brandon W., 21

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Holland, Trevor W., 26

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Ford, James A., 26

• FTA- expired tag

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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Christian Sellers / Cullman Police Department

CULLMAN - Christian Sellers, 21, of Hanceville was arrested recently by the Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit and charged with unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. Sellers allegedly sold methamphetamine. 

Sellers was arrested in Hanceville and transported to the Cullman County Detention Center where he was booked in and has since been released. 

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Robert Hood / Cullman Police Department

HOLLY POND - The Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit this week arrested Robert Clifford Hood, 60, of Holly Pond, charging him with two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance for allegedly selling methamphetamine.

Hood was arrested at his residence near Holly Pond and transported to the Cullman County Detention Center where he was booked in and still remains incarcerated. 

At the time of this week’s arrest, Hood was out on bond for two previous unlawful distribution of a controlled substance charges.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 6-8. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Bailey, Shaun Patrick, 39

• FTA- DUI- influence of alcohol

Buxton, Paul Edward, 41

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• public intoxication
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance
• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Cammon, Michael Eugene, 53

• unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle (3 counts)

Campbell, Joshua Adam, 34

• second-degree bail jumping- possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree bail jumping- fourth-degree receiving stolen property
• first-degree bail jumping- unlawful distribution of a controlled substance
• first-degree bail jumping- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Cray, Shane Robert, 31

• attempting to elude
• third-degree criminal trespassing
• harassment
• resisting arrest
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Dubose, Khara Jamea, 36

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Farr, Larry Dean, 57

• possession of drug paraphernalia (2 counts)
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Gillilan, Gabriel Ray, 30

• probation violation- first-degree sexual abuse

Glover, James Berry, 37

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Hudson, Michael Shane, 43

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Humaideh, Hasan Adam Issam, 20

• giving false name to law enforcement
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Little, Crystal Marie, 37

• FTA- second-degree illegally obtaining water/electric/gas

Lively, Thomas Dean, 26

• second-degree theft of property

Mickle, Joseph Lee, 26

• certain person forbidden to possess pistol
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance (2 counts)

Peavy, Leon Gerren, 21

• FTA- DUI- controlled substance

Pugh, John Ross, 28

• negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Schmidt, Derek Michael, 39

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Tello, Willie Jesus, 19

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Woody, Tina Elaine, 39

• FTA- child restraint required

Cullman Police Department

Boroughs, Matthew J., 22

• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Greco, Brandon R. 27

• public intoxication
• resisting arrest

Arsenault, Forest O., 31

• public intoxication
• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance

Hendrix, Natasha N., 22

• third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Austin, Elizabethanna M., 33

• cruelty to animals (21 counts)

Little, Crystal M., 37

• FTA- insurance violation
• FTA- driving while suspended

Monroe, Mitchell R., 38

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Thursby, Kayla S., 31

• possession of drug paraphernalia

Swann, Johnny G. Jr., 36

• reckless endangerment (2 counts)
• attempting to elude

Cammon, Michael E., 53

• unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle (4 counts)

Graves, Steven K., 29

• unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle (4 counts)

Wallace, Chad T., 43

• third-degree forgery
• third-degree possession of a forged instrument

Ortiz, Francisco A., 26

• third-degree criminal mischief
• second-degree criminal trespassing

Skinner, William C., 31

• FTA- driving while suspended (2 counts)
• FTA- insurance violation (2 counts)

Henson, Paul B., 43

• DUI

Woody, Tina E., 39

• FTA- insurance violation
• FTA- expired tag
• FTA- driving while suspended

Stack, Ashley, 32

• DUI
• running a red light
• insurance violation

Story, Gregory B., 29

• DUI

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 9. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Harbison, Jamison Brody, 22

• probation violation- first-degree receiving stolen property

Hyatt, Brian Carlton, 52

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Miller, Jeffery Wayne, 28

• contributing to the delinquency of a minor
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana

Overton, Brandon Gene, 27

• attempting to elude
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• illegal possession of prescription medicine
• fourth-degree theft of property

Wynn, Shelly Leann, 40

• FTA- first-degree theft of property

Cullman Police Department

Boda, David L., 45

• FTA- second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• FTA- no tag
• FTA- tag light required

Thursby, Kayla S., 31

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- driving without a license
• FTA- insurance violation (2 counts)
• FTA- driving while suspended

Moody, Susan B., 64

• FTA- expired tag

Pack, Malcolm D., 55

• possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Linn, Rachel A., 34

• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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Elizabethanna Austin / Cullman Police Department

CULLMAN - A Cullman woman is behind bars after being arrested and charged with 21 counts of cruelty to animals. Elizabethanna M. Austin, 33, was arrested on April 6 by the Cullman Police Department (CPD).

CPD Officer Rodney Banister said, “Last Monday I received a call to Warnke Road Northwest and found seven dead puppies, seven dogs in a pen without shelter or water and seven cats being held in small wire dog kennels without food or water and in very poor condition.”

According to Banister, also found were two chickens in a cardboard box without food or water and another puppy in poor condition that was not doing well.

“(The) report was made and 21 warrants issued, and she was arrested Friday,” said Banister.

Austin’s bail was set at $1,000 for each offense. She remains incarcerated at the Cullman County Detention Center.

Code of Alabama

Section 13A-11-14

Cruelty to animals.

(a) A person commits the crime of cruelty to animals if, except as otherwise authorized by law, he or she recklessly or with criminal negligence:

(1) Subjects any animal to cruel mistreatment; or

(2) Subjects any animal in his or her custody to cruel neglect; or

(3) Kills or injures without good cause any animal belonging to another.

(b) Cruelty to animals is a Class A misdemeanor and on the first conviction of a violation of this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than three thousand dollars ($3,000) or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both fine and imprisonment; on a second conviction of a violation of this section, shall be punished by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) nor more than three thousand dollars ($3,000) or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both fine and imprisonment; and on a third or subsequent conviction of a violation of this section, shall be punished by a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) nor more than three thousand dollars ($3,000) or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both fine and imprisonment.

(Acts 1977, No. 607, p. 812, §5565; Act 2010-550, p. 977, §2; Act 2013-369, p. 1326, §1.)

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 10. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Adamson, Brenda, 73

• negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Henderson, Richard Anthony, 27

• third-degree domestic violence- reckless endangerment

Kelley, Brooklyn Nicole, 36

• second-degree bail jumping- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Oliver, Michael Joseph, 53

• failure to register- establish residence SORNA

Reeves, James Lewis, 51

• negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (2 counts)

Shockley, Clayton Dale, 34

• FTA- failure to file/pay sales tax

Thurman, Jeri Diane, 28

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia
• FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance (2 counts)

Cullman Police Department

Pardo, William L., 27

• harassment

Withrow, Robert S., 30

• harassment

Prakelt, Tabitha L., 42

• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 11. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Asherbraner, Leslie Carlton, 45

• parole violation- third-degree burglary

Colburn, Dakota Chance, 22

• second-degree theft of property

Hildebrandt, Madonna Lee, 40

• violation of domestic violence protection order

Ogle, Harold Jason, 44

• FTA- public intoxication

Otwell, Crystal Lee, 38

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• trafficking in cannabis

Otwell, Susan Marie, 59

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• trafficking in cannabis

Pittman, Dustin Jerome, 32

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• trafficking in cannabis

Pope, Jeremy Marvin, 38

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Thursby, Whitney Nicole, 30

• first-degree theft of property

Watson, Rhonda S., 52

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Cullman Police Department

Calhoun, Jonathan F. 22

• DUI
• possession of drug paraphernalia

Stockman, Jessica R., 31

• FTA- fourth-degree theft of property

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 12. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

Aaron, Benjamin Lee, 39

• FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment

Bates, Mary Ellen, ,53

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• speeding- reasonable & prudent
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Brasher, Tracy Nicole, 27

• FTA- DUI
• improper lane usage
• illegal possession of prescription medicine

Campbell, Joshua Adam, 34

• first-degree receiving stolen property

Cupp, Terry Dewayne, 47

• probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Floyd, Jeremy Dewayne, 35

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Hobbs, Justin Matthew, 36

• first-degree unlawful possession of marijuana not for personal use
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Johns, Deann Elaine, 53

• unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Jones, Jonathan Ray, 38

• FTA- second-degree assault

Lanier, Mikeal Steavin, 23

• FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia

Mitchell, Brittany Thomas, 28

• obstructing government operations

Newsome, Marcus Wendell, 25

• probation violation- third-degree burglary

Paulino, Claudius, 30

• obstructing government operations
• resisting arrest

Pearson, Bridget Dawn, 44

• FTA- driving while revoked

Stanton, Jason Adam, 30

• FTA- liability insurance required

White, Charles C. Jr., 44

• FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument

Wood, Mason lee, 27

• indecent exposure

Wynn, Gregory Paul, 42

• possession of drug paraphernalia
• unlawful manufacture of a controlled substance

Cullman Police Department

Jones, Jonathan R., 38

• FTA- resisting arrest
• FTA- driving while suspended
• FTA- insurance violation

Montgomery, Christopher E., 30

• FTA- fourth-degree theft of property

Sterling, Harry W., 63

• DUI

Siniard, Billy J., 40

• unlawful possession or receipt of a controlled substance
• driving while suspended
• switched tag
• insurance violation

Woods, Arron B., 17 (adult status)

• unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle (4 counts)

Hanceville Police Department

No arrests reported.

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