The Nelson County Jail Logs are public information. While the information is believed to be accurate, the Nelson County Gazette makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information. The Gazette assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any of the information provided. The information provided comes from public records of the Nelson County Correctional Center, and are not an indication of guilt.
Monday, Feb. 23, 2026
Brad Lavell Mims, 38, Bardstown, assault, fourth-degree, domestic violence, minor injury; theft by unlawful taking or disposition; intimidating a participant in the legal process; fleeing or evading police, first-degree, on foot; assault, second-degree, domestic violence; held as a fugitive from another jurisdiction. Bond total is $15,000. Booked at 9:54 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Christopher Shane Meyers, 44, Vine Grove, order of appearance. No bond. Booked at 12:27 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Jason Paul Torres, 45, Bardstown, failure to illuminate headlamps; possession of marijuana; drug paraphernalia — buy/possess; possession of a controlled substance, first-degree, first offense (methamphetamine). Bond is $5,000. Booked at 12:33 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Samantha Elizabeth Heenan, 20, Charlotte, North Carolina, reckless driving; speeding, 26 mph over limit. No bond. Booked at 12:57 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
David Ray Newton, 40, Bloomfield, failure to appear (3 counts). Bond total is $620. Booked at 2:24 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Natashia Mary Louis Dilka, 54, Kentucky, indecent exposure, second-degree; public intoxication, controlled substance (excludes alcohol); disorderly conduct, first-degree. Bond is $500. Booked at 3:25 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Bardstown Police.
Thomas Willard Freeman, 48, Bardstown, indecent exposure, second-degree; theft by shoplifting; parole violation (for technical violation). Bond is $500. Booked at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026
Dominic Joseph Paniccia, 27, Springfield, contempt of court. No bond. Booked at 10:47 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Johnathon Max Pennington, 22, Winchester, probation violation (for felony offense). No bond. Booked at 11:20 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, by the Washington County Sheriff.
John Taurice Poynter, 45, Bardstown, failure to appear (2 counts). Bond total is $1,000. Booked at 3:02 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026
Joshua Paul McMillan, 35, Bardstown, contempt of court. Bond is $2,500. Booked at 1:38 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, by the Hardin County Sheriff.
David Mitchell Lucas, 42, Bardstown, probation violation (for felony offense); fraudulent firearm transaction; possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; persistent felony offender, first-degree. Bond total is $15,000. Booked at 3:47 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, by the Bardstown Police.
Zachary Michael Johnson, 24, Bardstown, violation of Kentucky EPO/DVO. Bond is $1,000. Booked at 5:32 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Marcus Alejandro Durbin, 22, Bardstown, false report generating an emergency response; terroristic threatening, third-degree; disorderly conduct, second-degree. Bond is $1,000. Booked at 9:53 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Dylan Terry Cox, 30, Bardstown, contempt of court. Bond is $10,000. Booked at 11:18 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, by the Bardstown Police.
Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026
Candace Renee Tucker, 32, Campbellsville, possession of a controlled substance, first-degree, third or greater offense (methamphetamine). Bond is $5,000. Booked at 9:37 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Vera Angelique Noffsinger, 32, Graham, possession of a controlled substance, first-degree, first offense (methamphetamine). No bond. Booked at 12:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.
Timothy Wayne Bellendier II, 35, Bardstown, failure to appear (2 counts). Bond total is $500. Booked at 11:18 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, by the Lebanon Police.
Coy Lee Tucker, 38, Louisville, assault, fourth-degree, domestic violence, minor injury; probation violation (for misdemeanor offense); possession of a controlled substance, first-degree, first offense (cocaine); promoting contraband, first-degree. Bond total is $15,000. Arrested at 11:17 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Friday, Feb. 27, 2026
Elliot Edward Shelton, 53, Buckner, careless driving; no/expired registration plates; operating on a suspended or revoked operator’s license; failure to produce insurance card; possession of marijuana; possession of a controlled substance, first-degree, second offense (methamphetamine); improper equipment; non-payment of court costs, fees or fines. Bond total is $2,645. Booked at 12:21 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Brittany Morgan Lawson, 42, Bardstown, possession of marijuana; non-payment of court costs, fees or fines. Bond is $373. Arrested at 1:14 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, by the Kentucky State Police.
Chris James Bright, 45, Louisville, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, first offense, aggravated circumstances. No bond. Booked at 8:36 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.
Jeffrey Todd Lawson, 49, Bardstown, improper use of left lane/overtaking vehicle; possession of marijuana; speeding, 8 mph over limit; non-payment of court costs, fees or fines. Bond is $228. Arrested at 1:05 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, by the Kentucky State Police.
Anthony Michael Philpott, 34, Cox’s Creek, contempt of court. No bond. Booked at 5:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026
Joseph Edward McCubbins, 21, Boston, criminal mischief, first-degree. Released on recognizance. Booked at 3:42 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
Cesar Humberto Gonzalez Pinon, 25, Lexington, no operator’s/moped license; speeding, 10 mph over limit. No bond. Booked at 8:07 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
John Matthew Satterly, 29, Bardstown, non-payment of court costs, fees or fines. Bond is $250. Booked at 11:12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, by the Bardstown Police.
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Derrik Michael Carothers, 29, Cox’s Creek, speeding, 23 mph over limit; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, third offense, aggravated circumstances; fleeing or evading police, first-degree, motor vehicle; failure to illuminate headlamps; resisting arrest; reckless driving; wanton endangerment, first-degree; possession of an open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle; wanton endangerment, first-degree, of a police officer. Bond is $20,000. Booked at 4:08 a.m. Sunday, March 1, 2026, by the Nelson County Sheriff.
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