WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10TH, 2024 GRAND JURY
Chester Bartley (46, Belcher) – DUI 1st; 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; No Brake Lights;
Edward Bentley (45, Jonancy) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S. – 2 cts; Poss. Marijuana;
Regina Deal (38, Harold) – Giving Peace Officer False Name;
Cathy D. Johnson (61, Jenkins) – 2nd Deg. Promoting Contraband; 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; DUI 3rd; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; DUI Suspended; No Insurance; No Tags;
Failure to Surrender Revoked Operators License;
Failure to Produce Insurance Card;
Larry S. Leach (36, Shelbiana) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; No Insurance Card; No Insurance;
Improper Display of Registration Plate;
Johnny Mills (40, Pikeville) – 3rd Deg. Burglary; TBUT (misd);
Billy Ratliff (40, Regina) – 1st Deg. Poss. C.S.; DUI 1st; Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; Driving Suspended; No Seatbelt;
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Oliver Slone (41, Pikeville) – 1st Deg. F/E; Reckless Driving; Improper Display of Registration Plate; 1st Deg. PFO;
James Stanley (45, Raccoon) – TBUT;
Burbon Thacker (41, Steele) – Theft of Motor Vehicle Registration Plate; No Insurance; Robert Jerome “JJ” Warren (49, Williamson, WV) – 1st Deg. Strangulation; 4th Deg. Assault;
2nd Deg. Unlawful Imprisonment;
Joshua A. Wright (40, Ashcamp) – Poss. Firearm by Convicted Felon; Poss. Defaced Firearm; Maria Yates (49, Shelbiana) – Poss. Drug Paraphernalia; TBUT (misd); P.I.
Curtis Young (59, Pikeville) – DUI 4th; DUI Suspended 3; Poss. Marijuana; No Tags; No Insurance; 1st Deg. PFO;

An arrest is indeed a legal accusation, and according to the principle of "innocent until proven guilty," individuals are presumed innocent until or unless proven guilty in a court of law. It is a fundamental aspect of the legal system to ensure fair treatment and protect the rights of individuals. When someone is arrested, they are being taken into custody based on the reasonable belief that they have committed a crime. However, it is important to remember that an arrest does not equal guilt. It is the responsibility of the court to evaluate the evidence presented and determine if the accused is indeed guilty. During the legal proceedings, the accused has the right to defend themselves, present their case, and challenge the evidence against them. This ensures a fair and unbiased judgment, allowing the truth to prevail. As part of a respectful and just society, it is crucial to withhold judgment on individuals who have been arrested until all the facts are presented and a court of law has made a decision. It is only through this process that justice can be served. Remember, an arrest is only the beginning of the legal process, and the presumption of innocence should be upheld until proven otherwise. Let us respect the rights of all individuals involved and have faith in the legal system to make fair and just determinations. #PresumptionOfInnocence #FairTrial