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Name:
Beaudreau, Maverick Austin
Date of Booking:
08/04/2025
Reason(s) For Booking:
Sexual exploitation of children; reporting violation; civil forfeiture; penalties – 13 counts
Article:
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Case History:
8/5/25
DEFENSE ATTORNEY ENTERS CASE
What this means: E. Jay Abt filed a notice of appearance as defense counsel for Maverick Austin Beaudreau in Douglas County. This formally notifies the court and prosecution that Abt will be representing Beaudreau in this case involving 13 counts related to sexual exploitation of children charges.
8/5/25
DEFENSE REQUESTS BOND HEARING
What this means: Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s defense attorney filed a motion asking the Douglas County court to schedule a hearing to determine if Beaudreau can be released on bond while his case is pending. Since he was booked on August 4, 2025, this motion came the day after his arrest.
9/2/25
JUDGE SETS BOND AT $50,000
What this means: The Douglas County court issued a consent bond order setting Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s bond at $50,000. This means both the defense and prosecution agreed to this bond amount without needing a contested hearing. Beaudreau can be released from jail if he posts this bond amount.
11/19/25
GRAND JURY INDICTS DEFENDANT
What this means: A Douglas County grand jury formally indicted Maverick Austin Beaudreau on the charges he’s facing. An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause that he committed the alleged crimes related to sexual exploitation of children. The case can now proceed to trial court.
12/4/25
DEFENSE FILES MOTIONS AND DEMANDS
What this means: Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s defense attorney filed consolidated motions and demands with the Douglas County court. These likely include requests for evidence, witness lists, and other materials from the prosecution, as well as various pre-trial motions challenging aspects of the case.
1/8/26
DISCOVERY EXCHANGE BEGINS
What this means: The state filed its response to discovery requests and provided its own demands for evidence from the defense, along with a witness list. However, the state noted that actual discovery materials are only available in paper copy, not electronic format. This is the formal exchange of evidence that both sides will use to prepare for Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s trial in Douglas County.
2/2/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED
What this means: Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s arraignment hearing has been scheduled in Douglas County court. At this hearing, he will be formally read the charges from his indictment and asked to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest to the 13 counts he’s facing.
2/6/26
CASE TRANSFERRED TO NEW JUDGE
What this means: The Douglas County clerk received an order to transfer Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s case to Judge James Kiger. This means Judge Kiger will now preside over the case involving the 13 counts of sexual exploitation of children charges. The transfer could be due to scheduling, caseload management, or the previous judge’s unavailability.
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