By: Lydia Crawley
The Parsons Advocate
Crystal Hinkle appeared in District Court vial MSTeams from the Tygart Valley Regional Jail on a charge of Probation Violation, September 10th before Judge Courrier. Hinkle’s attorney Morris Davis appeared in person on her behalf on allegations that she engaged in drug use while on probation.
Attorney Davis said during the hearing that his client admitted to the allegations, but asked that, “Release her so that she can begin to continue to work on those issues,” Davis said.
Tucker County Prosecuting Attorney Savannah Hull Wilkins asked the Court that Hinkle be sanctioned and released, but that the terms would necessitate that Hinkle reside in Tucker County with her father. Wilkins also said she would recommend referring to community corrections recommendations.
Judge Courrier found Hinkle guilty on the charge of Probation Violation and sanctioned her with the findings that she be released that day with reinstated probation and ordered to check in with Community Correction Thursday morning. “I will accept the admissions of Miss Hinkle today and find her in violation,” Judge Courrier said.
