The State of Nevada vs Michael McDonald
A divorce that spilled over into criminal court.
Defendant convicted; sentenced and paroled.
Status Check, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Aug 11, 2025, 10:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 15 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing on remand. Attorney Jean Schwartzer appears on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court dismisses one count. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Hearing After Remand, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jun 2, 2025, 10:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 1 second
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing on remand. Attorney Jean Schwartzer appears on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Evidentiary Hearing, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Feb 13, 2024, 1:30:00 PM
Candace Ruiz vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 1 hour, 50 minutes, 5 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Gregory Gordon, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C; and, the Honorable Jennifer Chapman, Oregon Judiciary, Jamhill County, presiding over a jurisdictional conference. Appearing for Ms. Ruiz is attorney Jack Fleeman. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is attorney Valerie Fuji. Parties make opening statements and closing arguments, Mr. McDonald takes the stand. The Court takes matter under submission. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Jurisdictional Conference, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Jan 30, 2024, 1:00:00 PM
Candace Ruiz vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 38 minutes, 46 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Gregory Gordon, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C; and, the Honorable Cynthia Easterday, Oregon Judiciary, Jamhill County, presiding over a jurisdictional conference. Appearing for Ms. Ruiz is attorney Jack Fleeman. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is attorney Valerie Fuji. The Court schedules evidentiary hearing. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Status Check, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Jan 9, 2024, 10:00:00 AM
Candace Ruiz vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 6 minutes, 29 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Gregory Gordon, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C, presiding over a status check. Appearing for Ms. Ruiz is attorney Jack Fleeman. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is attorney Valerie Fuji. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Summary Judgment Hearing, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Sep 26, 2023, 9:15:00 AM
C.M., a Mother vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 31 minutes
Presiding
The Honorable Gregory Gordon, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C, presiding over a hearing on motion for summary judgment. Appearing for the Mother is attorney Jack Fleeman. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is attorney Valerie Fuji. Motion denied. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Appointment of Counsel, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jul 12, 2023, 10:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 11 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a motion for appointment of appellate counsel. Attorney Jean Schwartzer appears on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. Counsel appointed. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Oral Arguments, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Jun 5, 2023, 9:30:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 15 minutes, 26 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Erika Ballou, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 24, presiding over oral arguments on a petition for writ of habeas corpus. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Case No. A-21-832354-W. Petition denied. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Jurisdictional Conference, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
May 5, 2023, 9:30:00 AM
C.M., a Mother vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 33 minutes, 14 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cheryl Moss, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C; and, the Honorable Cynthia Easterday, Oregon Judiciary, Jamhill County, presiding over a jurisdictional conference. Appearing for the Mother is attorney Jack Fleeman and Brent Goodfellow. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is attorney Valerie Fuji. The Nevada Court retains jurisdiction. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Confirmation of Counsel, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Apr 4, 2023, 9:30:00 AM
C.M., a Mother vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 21 minutes, 27 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cheryl Moss, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C, presiding over a hearing on citation to appear. Appearing for the Mother is attorney Jack Fleeman. Valerie Fuji confirms as counsel for the Father. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Appointment of Counsel, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Mar 13, 2023, 10:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Part 1, Hearing, 3 minutes, 55 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing on appointment of counsel. Case No. A-21-832506-W. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Part 2, Hearing, 8 minutes, 27 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing on appointment of counsel. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke for Michael McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court declines to appoint counsel for appeal. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Citation to Appear, TPR case, Eighth Judicial District Court, D-23-661332-R.
Mar 7, 2023, 8:30:00 AM
C.M., a Mother vs Michael McDonald, Hearing, 15 minutes, 7 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cheryl Moss, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department C, presiding over a hearing on citation to appear. Appearing for the Mother is attorney Jack Fleeman. The Father represented himself. The Court appoints counsel, continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Evidentiary Hearing, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jan 20, 2023, 10:30:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Part 1, Hearing, 1 hour, 20 minutes, 16 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler for the State. Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke for Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. Parties present cases in chief. Mr. McDonald takes the stand. The State calls Craig Mueller. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Part 2, Hearing, 1 hour, 17 minutes, 6 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler for the State. Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke for Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. Craig Mueller wraps up testimony. Parties make closing arguments. The Court denies petition. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Argument, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Nov 30, 2022, 9:30:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 1 minute, 49 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Mary Kay Holthus, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 18, presiding over oral arguments. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Brittni Griffith. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Habeas Corpus Hearing, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Jun 29, 2022, 9:30:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 3 minutes, 32 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Mary Kay Holthus, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 18, presiding over a hearing on petition for writ of habeas corpus. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Defense Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Hearing, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Jun 15, 2022, 9:30:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 8 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 18, presiding over a hearing. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Parole Hearing, Forgery case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-335284-1.
Mar 8, 2022, 1:00:00 PM
The State of Nevada vs Michael Lee McDonald, Hearing, 15 minutes, 17 seconds
Commissioner Scott Wiesenthall, Department of Public Safety, Division of Parole and Probation, presiding over a parole hearing. Michael McDonald makes his plea for parole. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Hearing, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Feb 14, 2022, 12:00:00 PM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 14 minutes, 44 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a motion hearing. Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler on behalf of the State of Nevada. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court grants motion. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Habeas Corpus Hearing, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jan 19, 2022, 12:00:00 PM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 17 minutes, 30 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing. Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler on behalf of the State of Nevada. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court schedules evidentiary hearing. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Coverage of State vs McDonald
Aug 4, 2021, 3:00:00 PM
Coverage of State vs McDonald, Perspectives, 56 minutes, 14 seconds
Natalie Whittingham Burrell, defense attorney and owner of the Natalie Lawyer Chick channel, joins us for a discussion on coverage of State of Nevada vs McDonald. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Status Check, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jul 21, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 5 minutes, 2 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over appointment of counsel. Deputy District Attorney Ercan Iscan on behalf of the State of Nevada. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Status Check, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
Jul 7, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 1 minute, 32 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Michael Villani, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over appointment of counsel. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Status Check, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Jun 30, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over a status check. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Michael Scarborough. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Status Check, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
May 19, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 2 minutes, 24 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over confirmation of counsel. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Confirmation of Counsel, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
May 19, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 3 minutes, 50 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over appointment of counsel. Chief Deputy Public Defender Nancy Lemcke on behalf of Mr. McDonald. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
The Perjury Trial
May 17, 2021, 3:00:00 PM
Michael McDonald Part 2, The Perjury Trial, Perspectives, 46 minutes, 32 seconds
Analyzed
Analyzed
Analyzed
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The Worst Divorce Ever
May 14, 2021, 3:00:00 PM
Michael McDonald And The Worst Divorce Ever, Perspectives, 52 minutes, 49 seconds
Analyzed
Analyzed
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Appointment of Counsel, Habeas corpus 28, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832506-W.
May 10, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 1 minute, 35 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over appointment of counsel. Case No. A-21-832506-W. The Court continues. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Confirmation of Counsel, Habeas corpus 12, Eighth Judicial District Court, A-21-832354-W.
Apr 21, 2021, 11:00:00 AM
Michael McDonald vs The Warden, Hearing, 1 minute, 50 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over confirmation of counsel. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Ashley Lacher. Appearing for Mr. McDonald is Attorney Jean Schwartzer. Case No. A-21-832354-W. The Court sets briefing schedule. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Sentencing, Wiretapping case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-333684-1.
Mar 9, 2020, 8:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Michael Lee McDonald, Hearing, 56 minutes, 5 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over sentencing. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Craig Mueller. Case No. C-18-333684-1. The Court imposes a prison term of 14 to 36 months. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Motion To Set Aside, Wiretapping case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-333684-1.
Feb 24, 2020, 8:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Michael Lee McDonald, Hearing, 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over a hearing on Defendant's motion to set aside jury verdict. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Craig Mueller. Case No. C-18-333684-1. The Court denies all pending motions. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Hearing On Time Served, Forgery case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-335284-1.
Jan 27, 2020, 9:00:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs. Michael McDonald, Hearing, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald J. Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over a hearing on time served. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Craig Mueller. Case No. C-18-335284-1. Defendant is given 215 credit for time served. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Sentencing, Forgery case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-335284-1.
Jan 22, 2020, 9:00:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs. Michael McDonald, Hearing, 37 minutes, 37 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald J. Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over sentencing. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Craig Mueller. Case No. C-18-335284-1. Aggregate sentence of 24-64 months imposed. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Sentencing, Forgery case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-335284-1.
Jan 15, 2020, 9:00:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs. Michael McDonald, Hearing, 2 minutes, 25 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Ronald J. Israel, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 28, presiding over sentencing. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Catherine Ramsey. Case No. C-18-335284-1. Sentencing continued on account of Defense Attorney Craig Mueller's failure to appear. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Jury Trial, Wiretapping case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-18-333684-1.
Jan 9, 2020, 10:00:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs. Michael McDonald, Part 5, Hearing, 42 minutes, 22 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Cristina Silva, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 9, presiding over a jury trial. Appearing for the State is Chief Deputy District Attorney Jay Raman and Deputy District Attorney Karen Mishler. Appearing for the Defense is Craig Mueller. Case No. C-18-333684-1. Mr. Raman wraps up rebuttal and the jury renders a verdict. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
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