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#OceanaCountyNews #CourtNews By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. HART — A 33-year-old Shelby woman currently incarcerated in prison was sentenced Wednesday, July 6, in 27th Circuit Court to a concurrent prison term of 14 months to five years for car theft. Jacqueline Grace Mansilla, also known as Jaqueline Grace Jewett, of 3059 S. Oceana Dr., was arrested March 28, by the Oceana…

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#OceanaCountyNews #CourtNews By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. HART — A 38-year-old Hesperia man who pleaded “no contest” Wednesday, July 6, in 27th Circuit Court to first-degree criminal sexual conduct faces a minimum of 20 years in prison. Robert Eric Cupps, of 7524 E. M 20, will be subject to lifetime electronic monitoring upon release from prison. In exchange for his “no…

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#OceanaCountyNews #CourtNews By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felonies Wade James VanGelderen, 36, of 3242 48th St., Hamilton, Michigan, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’ Office (OCSO) for two felony counts of second-degree home invasion; attempted second-degree arson; and fourth-offense habitual offender. Preliminary conference: July 5…

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#OceanaCountyNews #CourtNews By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Kara Frances Johnson, 25, of 5900 Water Rd., Rothbury, was found guilty June 27 of operating while impaired and sentenced to 93 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with sentence; credit for time served if imposed; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); and…

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