The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs
Criminal child abuse charges collide with a parent's statutory right to nonmedical remedial treatment.
Austin Sach's was convicted and jailed for 364 days. Yuxia Zhang's charges were dismissed.
Motion to Disqualify, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Jul 29, 2026, 9:00:00 AM
Surrender, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Dec 3, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 20 minutes, 38 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over surrender. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Michael Sanft appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court accepts global plea agreement, dismisses charges against Ms. Zhang, jails Mr. Sachs for 364 days with 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
Surrender, Zhang case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-1.
Dec 1, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Yuxia Zhang, Hearing, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over surrender. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dina Rinetti for the State. Defense Attorney Michael Horvath appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-1. The Court continues. 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 Remand, Zhang case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-1.
Nov 24, 2025, 10:00:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Yuxia Zhang, Hearing, 3 minutes, 30 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion to remand. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-1. The Court orders Ms. Zhang remanded into custody. 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
Status Check, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Oct 29, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 1 hour, 34 minutes, 10 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a status check. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court allows Mr. Sachs to represent himself. 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 Discharge, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Oct 20, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 53 minutes, 34 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Jeff Marchese appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court denies all 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
Motion to Withdraw, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Oct 1, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 19 minutes, 55 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Jess Marchese appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court allows Charles Goodwin to withdraw, declines to reconsider bail increase. 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 Quash, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Sep 17, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 36 minutes, 38 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion to quash bench warrant. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court raises bail to $25,000. 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 Hearing, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Sep 8, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 12 minutes, 17 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a calendar call. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court vacates jury trial, issues bench warrants ordering arrest of defendants. 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
Evidentiary Hearing, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Sep 5, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Part 1, Hearing, 2 hours, 2 minutes, 1 second
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Case No. C-19-343540-2. Defendant calls Richard Semelka and Robert McDonald. 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
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Part 2, Hearing, 2 hours, 23 minutes, 32 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court denies motion to strike expert witness. 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
Evidentiary Hearing, Sachs case, Eighth Judicial District Court, C-19-343540-2.
Sep 3, 2025, 9:30:00 AM
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Hearing, 1 hour, 47 minutes, 40 seconds
Presiding
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court concedes emergency basis to substitute counsel, continues. 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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