News Photo by Reagan Voetberg Anthony Stokes is pictured on Tuesday for his sentencing, which was adjourned until Sept. 15.

ALPENA — Defendants made their appearances in the 26th Circuit Court in Alpena Tuesday for updates on their cases, plea deals, and sentencings, with Judge Ed Black presiding.

Anthony Stokes, 52, was scheduled for sentencing after pleading guilty to one count of domestic violence. His sentencing was adjourned to 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 15.

James Smith, 45, was arraigned and pleaded not guilty to all charges. Smith has been charged with multiple counts for possession of child sexually abusive material, child sexually abusive activity, and using computers to commit a crime. His next appearance in court will be at 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 6.

Dylan Taylor, 29, appeared in court for a status conference. Taylor is charged with computers — communicating with another to commit a crime, and children — accosting for immoral purposes. His defense counsel, Attorney Rick Steiger, informed the judge that a resolution will be reached in two weeks. Taylor’s next court appearance will be at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 15.

Aaron Pokorzynski, 36, charged with second degree criminal sexual conduct and three counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct, had a status conference Tuesday. Pokorzynski’s attorney, Daniel White, said he had not received an offer from the prosecution. Unless an offer is made, Pokorzynski will be scheduled for a four-day trial for the first degree criminal sexual conduct charges. The defense and prosecution need to prepare their witness and exhibit lists within 30 days, and Pokorzynski’s next status conference will be scheduled 30 days before the trial.

Laura Daniels, 42, was sentenced to two years probation and granted 7411 status, meaning that upon the successful completion of probation, Daniels’ charge of possession of cocaine, heroin, or another narcotic will be taken off her record.

Rebecca Tews, 46, was sentenced to 36 months in prison for one count of controlled substance delivery/manufacturing of methamphetamine. Tews may also be considered for Special Alternative Incarceration boot camp, which according to the Michigan Department of Corrections website is a regimented 90-day intensive program that focuses on changing negative behavior into socially acceptable behavior.

Monica Torz, 41, had a Cobbs hearing and pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine. In a Cobbs Agreement, a judge is asked to advise the defendant, before they plead guilty, the maximum sentence that might be imposed at the sentencing hearing. Torz was sentenced to one year and six months probation with 40 hours of community service.

Reagan Voetberg can be reached at 989-358-5683 or rvoetberg@TheAlpenaNews.com.