May 3, 2018

Sixth continuance in Kimberly Felder's case just to receive 2nd doctor's report



Kimberly Felder's hearing to receive Dr. Gregory's report scheduled for May 3 was continued to May 17.

It was last June that Felder was arrested.  Good samaritans witnessed Felder assaulting, choking  and shoving sand into her daughter's eyes. They rescued the child and called law enforcement.

Motion to dismiss in former correctional deputy Cory Fisher's alleged molestation case denied without prejudice


The defense filed a non-statutory motion to dismiss in former Correctional Deputy Cory Fisher's case.

The defense motion to dismiss was denied without prejudice by Judge Dale Reinholtsen.

Scream in the stairwell and three bailiffs rush out from 2nd floor of the courthouse

Scream in the stairwell outside the 2nd floor and three bailiffs rush out. It was one of the courthouse "regulars"


Another Humboldt Superior Court Judge recuses himself from court clerk John Beideman's case

Judge Kaleb Cockrum has recused himself from court clerk John Beideman's alleged molestation case.


May 2, 2018

The journey of one man from poverty, drugs and government assistance to millions and now helping others


(Photo: Wichita Eagle)

Vehicle and motorcycle collision results in fatality


August 3 update: On 05/02/2018 the Humboldt Area CHP issued a press release relating to a fatal motorcycle collision in Eureka, CA. 

In that press release, a stolen identification card located at the scene led investigators to misidentify the rider of the motorcycle as Charles Roybal III.  Later that day, the rider was positively identified as Dustin Finson.  The California Highway Patrol would like to clarify that Mr. Finson is not a suspect in the theft of Mr. Roybal’s identification.  The Humboldt Area CHP extends their sincerest condolences to the family of Mr. Dustin Finson.

"Pardon me", news for you Marcellis, you don't own the courtroom


(Kody Marcelli)

Mike Marcelli and Kody Marcelli are a typical example of the arrogant families in Humboldt used to getting their way. Families used to shoving what is inconvenient under the rug.

Four witnesses, including alleged victim Gary Harner to testify at Kody Marcelli's preliminary hearing


Setting for Kody Marcelli's preliminary hearing and confirmation of counsel was scheduled for today.

Preliminary hearing confirmed for man charged with rape of a child, distribution of child porn and 8 other felonies


After intervention this afternoon, Seng Yang' preliminary hearing  for May 9 was confirmed.

Time estimate is 3 to 4 hours. An interpreter from Sacramento will be present for Yang.

HCSO to wear green ribbons for Mental Health Matters Month


Sheriff Billy Honsal wearing his green ribbon.

Motion to dismiss filed in former correctional deputy Cory Fisher's alleged molestation case




On April 30, former Correctional Deputy Cory Fisher's attorney filed an order shortening time for a motion to be heard on May 3 at 10:15.

Fisher has been charged with alleged molestation and inappropriate behavior and there are six alleged minor male victims in his case.

Criminal proceedings suspended in yet another local court case; this time for Wesley Starritt



Trial confirmation for Wesley Starritt was scheduled for May 2. Criminal proceedings were suspended in Starritt's case today after doubt was declared about his competency to stand trial.

California Supreme Court ruling will have impact on classification of independent contractors


"The California Supreme Court has ruled that it will now be harder for employers to formally classify their workers as independent contractors rather than employees."

Maxx Robison's jury trial for the death of Rhianna Mckenzie confirmed for May 14


Trial confirmation for Maxx Robison was continued for a week to May 2. Defense was waiting for a report from an expert.

Robison,is charged with the death of Rhianna Mckenzie and attempted murder of Elisha Mansell.

Jury trial was confirmed for May 14..