Drug Court Candidates Appear in Pretrial Diversion Hearings for Cumberland County

The Cumberland Circuit Court convened on August 28, 2025, to address several pretrial matters and verify the status of various defendants. The meeting included discussions on drug court eligibility, probation violations, and arraignments for serious charges.

One notable case involved Karen Spears, who was confirmed for entry into the drug court program after being voted in earlier that morning. The court scheduled her orientation and discussed the necessary orders for her release on that day.

Tiffany Stilts faced revocation of her probation due to non-compliance, including failing to report to her supervising officer. The court agreed to revoke her probation, which would result in a one-year sentence.

Silas Taber appeared for arraignment on charges of abuse against a vulnerable victim. His attorney waived the formal reading of the charges, and a plea of not guilty was entered. The court set a negotiation date for September 19 and scheduled a follow-up court date for October 2.

Sean Wadley’s case involved a pretrial diversion verification. He had absconded while on probation in Georgia, leading to a request for revocation. The court discussed the possibility of returning him to Georgia under the interstate compact for probation.

Brandon Polston's case was briefly addressed, with a motion to set a jury trial date pending further communication with the Commonwealth's attorney.

The meeting concluded with discussions about scheduling and procedural matters, emphasizing the court's ongoing efforts to manage cases efficiently while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The next court date for several cases was set for October 2, 2025.