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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.
6/16/26
STATUS HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: A status hearing has been scheduled for Maverick Austin Beaudreau in Douglas County court at 9:30 a.m. on June 16, 2026. At a status hearing, the judge will check on the progress of the case, confirm that both sides are ready to proceed, and may set dates for upcoming proceedings such as trial or additional hearings.
6/16/26
STATUS HEARING REMOVED FROM CALENDAR
What this means: A status hearing that was scheduled for 6/16/26 at 9:30 AM in Douglas County has been removed from the calendar and rescheduled. The hearing was placed on the calendar for 7/8/26 instead. This type of rescheduling is routine and typically occurs when parties need additional time to prepare or when court scheduling requires adjustment.
7/8/26
STATUS HEARING SCHEDULED AND CONTINUED DUE TO ATTORNEY CONFLICT
What this means: Maverick Austin Beaudreau had a status hearing scheduled for 7/8/26 at 9:30 AM in Douglas County. A status hearing is a brief court appearance where the judge checks on the progress of the case, confirms that both sides are ready to proceed, and may set dates for future hearings or trial.
9/28/26
STATUS HEARING RESCHEDULED FOR 9/28/26
What this means: Maverick Austin Beaudreau’s status hearing, originally scheduled for 7/8/26, has been rescheduled to 9/28/26 due to an attorney conflict. The hearing will take place in Douglas County. At this status hearing, the judge will check on the progress of the case, confirm that both sides are ready to proceed, and may set dates for future hearings or trial.