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Week of 4/25/22 Misdemeanor Convictions:

by | May 2, 2022

The Wayne County Municipal Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor level offenses. The following are the criminal case convictions (not including traffic offenses) for 4/25/2022 to 5/2/2022:

4/25/2022 – James Unangst, 35-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000103

Convicted of Petty Theft, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.02(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: a term of incarceration of 90 days, Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year, 6 months and a fine of $250.00.

4/25/2022 – Ronald Patterson, 66-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000260

Convicted of Criminal Trespass, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2911.21(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $250.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: No Contact with Elizabeth Stewart.

4/26/2022 – Whitney Smith, 33-year-old female from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000380

Convicted of Petty Theft, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.02(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $250.00. The judge ordered: Thinking for a Change Additionally the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Pay Restitution: 23.20.

4/26/2022 – Samantha Marie Leach, 32-year-old female from West Salem – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000344

Convicted of Petty Theft, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.02(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $250.00. The judge ordered: Thinking for a Change Additionally the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; No Contact with Centerra Country Store.

4/25/2022 – Michael Radebaugh, 34-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000028

Convicted of Criminal Trespass, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2911.21(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $50.00.

4/25/2022 – Eric Varns, 39-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000077

Convicted of Criminal Trespass, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2911.21(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year, 6 months and a fine of $100.00. The judge ordered: Defendant shall not be at any Goodwill facilities (Wayne County) 150 hours’ community service – due 12/31/2022 Additionally the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment.

4/25/2022 – Herbert Coppa, 50-year-old male from ORRVILLE – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000132

Convicted of Illegal Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2925.14(C)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $200.00. The judge ordered: Defendant shall be subject to random drug screens and shall complete all substance abuse counseling as ordered by his probation officer. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Alcohol / Drug / Mental Health Counseling as Directed by Probation Department.

4/25/2022 – Britney Cunningham, 35-year-old female from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000278

Convicted of Illegal Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2925.14(C)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 2 years and a fine of $200.00. The judge ordered: Defendant to be subject to random drug screens. Defendant shall complete all substance abuse counseling as directed by her probation officer. Defendant shall maintain residence at Beacon House until recommended discharge and follow all recommendations. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Perform Community Service: 50 Hours; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment.

4/25/2022 – Angelica Butcher, 29 year old female from ORRVILLE – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000047

Convicted of Criminal Trespass, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2911.21(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year, 6 months and a fine of $150.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Perform Community Service: 150 Hours; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment.

4/27/2022 – Michael David Golden, 29-year-old male from ORRVILLE – Case No. 2020 CR-B 001186

Convicted of Disorderly Conduct, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2917.11(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year. The judge ordered: NO Contact with victim complete anger management Additionally the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees.

4/25/2022 – Jessie David Lyons, 25-year-old male from FREDERICKSBURG – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001516

Convicted of Receiving Stolen Property, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.51(A). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 6 months and a fine of $200.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Perform Community Service: 25 Hours; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment.

4/26/2022 – Jared Yoder, 20-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000101

Convicted of Improperly Handling Firearms in A Motor Vehicle, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2923.16(C). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 6 months and a fine of $200.00. The judge ordered: Defendant shall take a firearms safety course approved by his probation officer. Upon successful completion of the firearm safety course and good behavior, the Court will terminate Defendant’s probation. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees.

4/25/2022 – Harold Lacie Cyrus, 55-year-old male from APPLE CREEK – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001433

Convicted of Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2921.331(A). Sentenced by Judge Timothy R. VanSickle to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $500.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Perform Community Service: 50 Hours.

4/28/2022 – Bryan Miller, 32-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001339

Convicted of Domestic Violence, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2919.25(A). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 2 years. The judge ordered: Complete New Destiny Program; if he finishes it, judge will terminate community control. To be held on this case until a bed is available. Will serve 180 days in jail if he does not complete it. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Standard Terms: Obey All Laws & Probation Rules, Follow Directions of Probation Officer.

4/28/2022 – Steven L. George, 38-year-old male from West Salem – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000317

Convicted of Criminal Trespass, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2911.21(A)(3). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $150.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; No Contact with Lea Crest Estates; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment.

4/28/2022 – Daniel L. Norcross, 46-year-old male from Apple Creek – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000309

Convicted of Disorderly Conduct, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2917.11(B)(1). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year and a fine of $200.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment; Screening: Alcohol and Mental Health Assessment and counseling as directed.

4/28/2022 – Benjamin Allen Griffith, 34-year-old male from RITTMAN – Case No. 2022 CR-B 000004

Convicted of Obstructing Official Business, M2, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2921.31(A). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: a term of incarceration of 20 days and a fine of $200.00.

4/28/2022 – Jeffrey Scott William Johnson, 42-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001121

Convicted of Telecommunications Harassment, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2917.21(A)(1) and one additional count. Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: a term of incarceration of 120 days, Community Control sanctions in the amount of 1 year, 6 months and a fine of $500.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Court Costs / Probation Fees; Alcohol / Drug / Mental Health Counseling as Directed by Probation Department; No Contact with Jeff Johnson Sr.; Obtain / Maintain Gainful Employment; Counseling: Anger Management.

4/28/2022 – Bryan Dubose, 39-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001141

Convicted of Petty Theft, M1, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.02(A)(1). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: a term of incarceration of 90 days and a fine of $250.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Restitution: 69.

4/29/2022 – Donald Rood, 45-year-old male from WOOSTER – Case No. 2021 CR-B 001079

Convicted of Unauthorized Use of Property, M4, in violation of Ohio Revised Code 2913.04(A). Sentenced by Judge Michael W. Rickett to: Community Control sanctions in the amount of 6 months and a fine of $150.00. Additionally, the following conditions were imposed: Pay Restitution: 30.