Three Upcoming Trials in February?

 

Three legal proceedings of local and state interest had been scheduled for February. Where do they stand now on dockets?

First is that of Richard Kevin Hester. Hester is accused of the Capital Murder of John Thomas Call. His Colbert County trial was originally set for August of last year, but was postponed until February of 2023. Will Call's family finally see a trial in his shooting death or will there be still another delay?

Second is a February 2nd Lauderdale court proceeding for Kelly D. Crotts, the Central community businessman accused of sexual crimes involving three underage boys. Crotts' last court appearance was in October 2022 when he was denied permission to live out of state in Mississippi. Crotts' alleged victims are eager to put these legal proceedings behind them. Let's hope the system sees no delays in his trial.

Third of interest lies to the south in Autauga County where former state representative Will Dismukes is accused of First Degree Theft from a former employer. Dismukes is of interest to all citizens of Alabama due to his former roles as an employee and later paid shill for ALFA. He was indicted 20 months ago and was scheduled for trial in January. Dismukes' attorneys managed to secure a month's delay, and the ALFA wonder boy should finally see a resolution to his case in February.

None of this is set in stone; we'll update the status of these three trials if more information becomes available.