Alanar Information
Sullivan County Prosecutor, Bob Hunley understands that Alanar investors will have many questions about the criminal cases filed against the Reeves family. This page has been set up for the sole purpose of keeping investors informed of the progress of these criminal cases.
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Fourth and Final Alanar Defendant
Convicted in a Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme
July 29, 2011- Vaughn “Chip” Reeves, Jr., 46, pleaded guilty to 10 counts of helping to defraud hundreds of investors out of millions of dollars through a church bond scheme.
“For the past three years my office has been on a mission to bring all the Alanar defendants to justice. We’re glad today to be able to say that has been accomplished,” says Sullivan County Prosecutor Bob Hunley.
Chip, along with his father, Vaughn Reeves, Sr. and brothers Chris and Josh Reeves, owned and operated Alanar, Inc. in Sullivan, Indiana. The company sold church bonds that were to be used by churches to build onto their existing buildings or to construct new buildings. Instead, the money involved in the 10 charged counts was transferred out of accounts and used for other purposes than what the investors intended.
Special Judge Deana Martin accepted the plea agreement between Chip Reeves and the Sullivan County Prosecutors Office. Reeve’s received a 24 year sentence with 4 years suspended. The plea calls for him to serve the last 4 years of his sentence on in home detention.
“This case has always been about getting justice for the investors, some of whom lost their life savings. I hope the fact these men are being punished for their crimes gives the victims some satisfaction,” says Hunley.
All four Reeves Defendants have now been convicted. “We did our best to make sure each defendant received a sentence that was proportionate to their culpability” says Hunley. The youngest Reeves, Josh, was convicted of 10 “C” Felonies and received a 6 year sentence. The next oldest Reeves, Chris, was convicted of 10 “C” Felonies and received a 12 year sentence. The oldest Reeves brother, Chip, was convicted of 10 “C” felonies and today received a 24 year sentence. Vaughn Reeves, Sr., the father of all three boys, was convicted of 9 “C” Felonies after a two week jury trial and received a 54 year sentence.
“This case has been a long road, but I am very pleased that we obtained 39 felony convictions on the four Reeves defendants” Hunley said.
Special Thanks goes out to the Prosecution Assistance Unit of the Secretary of State’s Office for their contribution to the Alanar cases.
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On July 6, 2011, Vaugh “Chip” Reeves Jr. filed a negotiated plea agreement with the State of Indiana. His plea calls for him to plead guilty to all 10 felony counts that are pending against him. Details of the plea can be viewed below.
LEGAL NOTICE
ATTENTION VICTIMS OF ALANAR INC.
STATE OF INDIANA VS. Vaughn “Chip” Reeves, Jr.
CAUSE NUMBER: 77C01-0906-FC-00102
On July 6, 2011, a plea agreement was filed in the case of State of Indiana vs. Vaughn “Chip” A. Reeves, Jr. A plea and sentencing hearing will be held in the Sullivan Circuit Court on July 29, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. A copy of the plea agreement may be viewed by clicking the following link: Chip Reeves Plea Agreement
If you are a victim of the following bonds you have the right to attend the sentencing hearing and the right to be heard at sentencing. Due to the number of victims in this case, we are encouraging victims who wish to be heard to submit a written statement to the Court. This statement can be sent to the Sullivan County Probation Department at 100 Courthouse Square, Room 303, Sullivan, IN 47882. Any statement must be received on or before the hearing on July 29, 2011.
ONLY VICTIMS OF THESE BONDS ARE ELIGIBLE:
Bond #2018 – Life Worship and Training Center
Bond #2204 – Iglesia Christiana el Buen Samaritano
Bond #2309 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #2316 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #9609 – Iglesia del Nazareno el Buen Samaritano
Bond #9702 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9703 – Iglesia del Nazareno El Buen Samaritano
Bond #9930 – The St. Paul Community Center Limited Partnership
Bond #9934 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9939 – Life Worship and Training Center.
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CHRIS REEVES SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS WITH 4 YEARS SUSPENDED
On May 4, 2011, Jonathan “Chris” Reeves appeared in the Sullivan Circuit Court with his Attorney, Jeffrey Johnson for a sentencing hearing in his cause. The Defendant entered into a plea agreement with the State of Indiana on February 21, 2011.
In exchange for Mr. Christopher Reeves’ plea of guilty to all 10 counts of Aiding, Inducing or Causing an Offense of Securities Fraud, Class C Felony, Mr. Reeves was sentenced to 6 years with 2 years suspended in count I and an additional 6 years with 2 years suspended in Count II to run consecutive. In counts three through ten, Mr. Reeves received 6 years with 2 years suspended said sentence will run concurrent to the sentence imposed in counts one and two. Mr. Chris Reeves will be placed on 4 years probation upon his release from the Indiana Department of Corrections.
Also according to the plea, Mr. Chris Reeves is required to testify fully and truthfully in any proceeding, including depositions, pre-trial hearings and trial of his co-defendants.
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CHRIS REEVES FILES PLEA AND WILL TESTIFY AGAINST HIS CO-DEFENDANTS
On February 21, 2011, Chris Reeves filed a negotiated plea agreement with the State of Indiana. Reeves will plead guilty to all 10 felony charges against him. Further details on the plea can be read below:
LEGAL NOTICE
ATTENTION VICTIMS OF ALANAR INC.
STATE OF INDIANA VS. JONATHAN CHRISTOPHER REEVES
CAUSE NUMBER: 77C01-0906-FC-00099
On February 21, 2011, a plea agreement was filed in the case of State of Indiana vs. Jonathan C. Reeves. A plea and sentencing hearing will be held in the Sullivan Circuit Court on May 4, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. A copy of the plea agreement may be viewed by clicking the following link: Chris Reeves Plea Agreement
If you are a victim of the following bonds you have the right to attend the sentencing hearing and the right to be heard at sentencing. Due to the number of victims in this case, we are encouraging victims who wish to be heard to submit a written statement to the Court. This statement can be sent to the Sullivan County Probation Department at 100 Courthouse Square, Room 303, Sullivan, IN 47882. Any statement must be received on or before the hearing on May 4th.
ONLY VICTIMS OF THESE BONDS ARE ELIGIBLE:
Bond #2018 – Life Worship and Training Center
Bond #2204 – Iglesia Christiana el Buen Samaritano
Bond #2309 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #2316 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #9609 – Iglesia del Nazareno el Buen Samaritano
Bond #9702 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9703 – Iglesia del Nazareno El Buen Samaritano
Bond #9930 – The St. Paul Community Center Limited Partnership
Bond #9934 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9939 – Life Worship and Training Center.
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Youngest Reeves Pleads Guilty to All 10 Counts
Joshua A. Reeves was sentenced on February 25, 2011, in the Sullivan Circuit Court by Special Judge, Dena 
Martin, pursuant to the negotiated plea agreement he entered with the State of Indiana on February 4, 2011. Mr. Reeves was sentenced to 6 years in Indiana Department of Corrections with 2 years suspended and credit for 605 actual days already served. Mr. Reeves was allowed to complete his sentence on home detention through Sullivan County Community Corrections. As a further condition of the plea agreement, Mr. Joshua Reeves has also agreed to testify fully and truthfully at any of the co-defendants trials.
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LEGAL NOTICE
ATTENTION VICTIMS OF ALANAR INC.
STATE OF INDIANA VS. JOSHUA A. REEVES
CAUSE NUMBER: 77C01-0906-FC-00100
On February 4, 2011, a plea agreement was filed in the case of State of Indiana vs. Joshua A. Reeves. A plea and sentencing hearing will be held in the Sullivan Circuit Court on February 25, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. A copy of the plea agreement may be viewed by clicking on the following link: Josh Reeves Plea Agreement
If you are a victim of the following bonds you have the right to attend the sentencing hearing and the right to be heard at sentencing. Due to the number of victims in this case, we are encouraging victims who wish to be heard to submit a written statement to the Court. This statement can be sent to the Sullivan County Probation Department at 100 Courthouse Square, Room 303, Sullivan, IN 47882. Any statement must be received on or before the hearing on February 25th.
ONLY VICTIMS OF THESE BONDS ARE ELIGIBLE:
Bond #2018 – Life Worship and Training Center
Bond #2204 – Iglesia Christiana el Buen Samaritano
Bond #2309 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #2316 – Church of Christ, Griffin Road, Inc.
Bond #9609 – Iglesia del Nazareno el Buen Samaritano
Bond #9702 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9703 – Iglesia del Nazareno El Buen Samaritano
Bond #9930 – The St. Paul Community Center Limited Partnership
Bond #9934 – Living Word Missions, Inc.
Bond #9939 – Life Worship and Training Center.
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VAUGHN REEVES SR. SENTENCED TO 54 YEARS IN PRISON
On December 7, 2010, Special Judge Deana Martin sentenced Vaughn Reeves, Sr. in the Sullivan Circuit Court. The Court heard testimony from several witnesses including investors who were victims in this case.
The Defense also presented witnesses who testified as to Mr. Reeve’s character.
The Judge concluded that the aggravating factors outweighed any mitigating factors in the case. The Court sentenced Vaughn Reeves, Sr. to 6 years on each of the 9 counts to run consecutive for a total sentence of 54 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections.
The Defense has 30 days to file an appeal.
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JURY CONVICTS VAUGHN REEVES SR. ON 9 FELONY COUNTS!
On October 21, 2010, a Gibson County jury convicted Vaughn Reeves Sr. on 9 out of 10 felony counts of aiding, inducing or causing securities fraud, all class C Felonys. While the trial lasted almost two weeks, it took the 12 person jury just over four hours to reach their verdict. Prosecutor Bob Hunley said “This is a great day for the investors who lost so much. They have been waiting a long time for their day in Court, and today they finally got it.” Sentencing has been reset on the Defendant’s motion for December 7, 2010 at 9:00 in the Sullivan Circuit Court.
Other Court dates:
Trial Dates for the other Reeves Defendants are as follows:
Jonathan (Chris) – Martin County – May 3, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. (plea agreement pending)
Vaughn Jr. (Chip) – Gibson County - June 14, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.
Vaughn Reeves Sr. has been transfered to the Indiana Department of Corrections to begin serving his sentence. Chip remains incarcerated in the Sullivan County Jail awaiting trial. The Sentencing hearing for Chris Reeves will be held on March 17, 2011 in the Sullivan Circuit Court.
All court dates are subject to change. Please confirm with the Court or the Prosecutor’s office prior to attending any hearing.
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On September 17, 2010, the FINAL PRETRIAL CONFERENCE was held in the Vaughn Reeves Sr. case. The parties discussed issues of discovery, jury selection and the proceedure for the October 12th Jury Trial in Gibson County. The Vaughn Reeves Sr. trial has been confirmed and jury selection will start on October 12, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. Gibson County Time. The attorneys were advised to be present at 8:00 a.m. Opening statements will immediately follow jury selection. The Court has allowed three weeks for this trial. Judge Martin also provided both sides with potential jury questionaires. No other matters were brought before the Court.
September 3, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. in Sullivan Circuit Court a hearing was held on the Vaughn Reeves Sr. Motion to Dismiss. Evidence was presented by Vaughn’s Attorney Dale Webster and arguments were made by both Mr. Webster and Bob Hunley. The Judge took the matter under advisement
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On August 27, 2010 a hearing was held on the Vaughn Sr. Motion to dismiss as well as additional evidence with regard to his bond. At a brief hearing on the Defendant’s motion to dismiss, Dale Webster called Investigator Larry Eck to the stand. Webster attempted to introduce multiple documents through his investigator, to which Bob Hunley objected due to lack of foundation. The Judge sustained Hunley’s objection and did not allow the documents into evidence. Dale Webster then requested a continuance for additional time. The next hearing on Vaughns motion to dismiss will be held next Friday on September 3rd. at 1:00p.m.
Next, evidence was heard with regard to the Defendant’s bond. The judge took this issue under advisement. Dale Webster indicated that he was ready to proceed to Jury Trial on October 12, 2010. The State also indicated that it was ready for trial, so the Court confirmed Vaughn Reeves Sr. trial for October 12, 2010 in Gibson County.
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On July 30, 2010, Alanar Defendants, Joshua Craig Reeves and Jonathan Reeves, along with their respective counsel, appeared in Sullivan Circuit Court for hearings on their motions to dismiss. Sullivan County Prosecutor Bob Hunley represented the State of Indiana. The court decided to hear the motions to dismiss together rather than separately.
A forensic accountant testified for the Defendants concerning documents provided by the State of Indiana and information from the Defendants’ counsel. Prosecutor Hunley cross-examined the witness regarding her testimony.
The Defendants made arguments as to why the Court should dismiss their cases. Hunley responded to those arguments stating that the court should deny the Defendants’ motions. The court took the matter under advisement and gave the parties 4 weeks to prepare findings of fact and conclusions of law.
At the conclusion of the hearing, the Defendants were returned to the Sullivan County Jail in lieu of bondOn July 15, 2010, Judge Meade Denied Chip Reeves’ Motion to Correct Error.
On July 15, 2010 attorney Jerry D. Stilwell filed his appearance on behalf of Chip Reeves. Also filed on July 15th was a Motion to Correct Error filed by Chip Reeves’ attorneys with regard to Judge Meades ruling on thier Notice Concerning Jurisdiction.
On July 9, 2010 Judge Jeffrey F. Meade, Judge of the Gibson Circuit Court ruled that Special Judge Dena Martin has jurisdiction and should remain special judge in Chip Reeves’ case.
On July 6, 2010, the State, by Prosecutor Hunley, filed a Response in Opposition to Defendant’s Notice Concerning Jurisdiction in Chip Reeves’ case. Hunley argued that Judge Dena Martin should remain special judge in this case.
On June 30, 2010 Chip Reeves, through his attorneys, filed a Notice Concerning Jurisdiction with the Gibson Circuit Court. In the Notice, Reeves claims that full jurisdiction now lies with the Gibson Circuit Court. Reeves also objects to Special Judge Martin continuing in her role as Special Judge.
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On June 24, 2010 the Court resets the hearings on Defendants’ Motions to dismiss for hearing in Sullivan Circuit Court for July 30, 2010 at the following times: Vaughn Reeves Sr. at 1:30 p.m., Josh Reeves at 2:00 p.m., Chris Reeves at 2:30 p.m.
On June 23, 2010 the Court granted Josh Reeves’ Motion to continiue and reset his jury trial for March 21, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. in Daviess County. Final pretrial is set for February 25, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
On June 17, 2010, Josh Reeves filed a request to continue his jury trial date of July 27, 2010.
On June 17, 2010 the Court reset the following dates for Vaughn Reeves Sr.: Jury trial in Gibson County set for October 12, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. Final pretrial set for Sebtember 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.
On June 15, 2010, the Court reset the following dates for Chip Reeves: Jury Trial in Gibson County set for January 31, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. Final pretrial set for January 7, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
On May 27, 2010, Vaughn Reeves Sr, through his attorney Dale Webster, filed a motion to continue the hearing on motion to dismiss, final pre trial conference and trial. The Court has granted the defendant’s motion to continue. No new court dates have been set.
On May 26, 2010, Chris Reeves, through his attorney Jeff Johnson, requested to continue the hearing on motion to dismiss currently set for May 28, 2010. The Court granted the defendant’s motion to continue.
On May 14, 2010, the four Alanar Defendants, along with their respective counsel, appeared in Sullivan Circuit Court for formal pre-trial conference. Sullivan County Prosecutor Robert E. Hunley II appeared for the State of Indiana.
The court first heard Vaughn Reeves, Sr.’s request on a motion to hire investigators. The Court granted Reeves Sr.’s motion conditioned on Defendant’s submission of a report regarding the investigators’ time spent on the case.
While mentioned, the court did not hear any additional evidence on Reeves, Sr.’s motion for immediate release. Reeves, Sr.’s appeal on this issue has yet to be certified by the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Reeves, Sr.’s motion to dismiss is scheduled for May 28, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. in Sullivan County. Final pre-trial conference is scheduled for June 4, 2010 1:00 p.m. and jury trial set for July 6, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. in Gibson County.
Joshua Reeves’ attorney informed the court of his intention to file a motion to hire an investigator. The court indicated it would likely grant said motion. Defendant confirmed the dates for hearing on his motion to dismiss for June 22, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. in Sullivan County and the final pre-trial conference for June 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. and the July 27, 2010 jury trial both in Daviess County.
Jonathan Reeves’ attorney confirmed a scheduled motion to dismiss hearing for May 28, 2010, in Sullivan County and final pre-trial conference for July 23, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. and jury trial of August 17, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. both in Martin County.
Vaughn “Chip” Reeves, Jr.’s attorney asked the court to continue the scheduled dates in his case. The court granted the motion but declined to set exact dates at the present hearing. The parties were informed to expect a new jury trial date for January 2011 and a final pre-trial conference date for approximately three weeks prior to that jury trial date.
At the conclusion of the hearing, all four defendants were returned to the Sullivan County Jail in lieu of bond.
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April 29, 2010: Court enters amended order on Josh Reeves’ motion for bond reduction. The Court reduced his bond to $500,000 with no 10% allowed.
April 26, 2010: Chip Reeves’ Attorneys filed a Motion for Certification of Interlocutory Order regarding order on Motion to Dismiss which was denied.
April 16, 2010: The Court denied Chip Reeves’ motion to dismiss.
April 14, 2010: The Court entered a 2nd amended order on Chip’s motion for bond reduction. Chip Reeves’ bond has now been reduced to 1 million with no 10% allowed.
On April 9, 2010, a hearing was held on Vaugh Reeves’ Motion for Imediate Release. Dale Webster argued that Vaughn Reeves Sr. should be release due to his wife’s illness. The State objected to his release. On a later date, the judge denied Vaughn’s Motion for Imediate Release.
On March 5, 2010 a hearing was held on Chip Reeves’ Motion to Dismiss. After hearing arguments, the Court allowed both sides 14 days to file proposed findings of fact. Mr. Voyles, Chip’s attorney, also indicated that they would be requesting a continuance of thier April trial date. No new date has been set at this time.
On February 26, 2010 a hearing was held on Chris Reeves’ Motion for Release filed on January 19, 2010. The Court denied the defendant’s motion and set this case for trial on March 23, 2010. The Defendant’s Counsel, Jeffrey Johnson, orally requested a continuance of the trial date. The Court granted the motion and will set a new trial date at a later time. The Court confirmed the April 9, 2010, date for the Motion to Dismiss which will be heard in Sullivan County at 2:00 p.m.
On February 26, 2010, Josh Reeves appeared with Counsel, Chris Ramsey, for a hearing on the Court’s reversal on the Court’s ruling on the Motion to Reduce Bond. After the arguments were heard by the Court, the Judge ordered both sides to submit proposed finding and orders to the Court within 10 days. The Court also noted that the Defendant’s Motion to Continue the Hearing on the Motion to Dismiss was granted and continued to April 9, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. to be heard in the Sullivan Circuit Court.
On February 17, 2010, Judge Dena Martin handed down an Amended Order on Motion for Bond Reduction in the Chip Reeves case. In the order, the Judge stated “The Court hereby reduces the current bond set in this matter to 1 million dollars cash only with no 10% allowed.” At the time of this posting, Chip Reeves remains incarcerated in the Sullivan County Jail.
On February 5, 2010, the Judge continued both Vaughn and Josh Reeves’ Motions to Dismiss. The new hearing dates for these hearings are Feb 26 at 1:00 for Josh Reeves and Feb. 26 at 2:30 for Vaughn Reeves.
On February 5, 2010, Chris Ramsey, Attorney for Josh Reeves filed a Motion to Continue the hearing on thier Motion to Dismiss currently set to be heard on Tuesday, February 9, 2010.
On February 4, 2010, Dale Webster, Attorney for Vaughn Reeves filed a Motion to Continue the hearing on thier Motion to Dismiss currently set to be heard on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. That Motion has yet to be ruled on.
On February 2, 2010, a hearing was held on the Chip Reeves Motion for release on own recognizance. That motion was denied. The Court moved up the trial date in his case and he will now be tried in Gibson County on April 5, 2010 at 9:00 am Gibson County time. His Motion to dismiss will be heard on February 16, 2010 at 9:00.
On January 22, 2010, a hearing was held on the Josh Reeves’ Motion for release on own recognizance. That Motion was denied. The Court moved up the trial date in his case and he will now be tried in Davies County on March 23, 2010 at 9:00. His Motion to Dismiss will now be heard on Feb. 9, 2010 at 8:30.
On January 22, 2010, a hearing was held on the Vaughn Reeves Sr. Motion for release on own recognizance. That Motion was denied. The Court moved up the trial date in his case and he will now be tried in Gibson County on March 23, 2010 at 9:00 Gibson County time. His Motion to Dismiss will now be heard on Feb. 9, 2010 at 10:30.
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In late December, 2009, Vaughn Reeves Sr. and Josh Reeves both filed Motions for release on own recognizance. Judge Martin set hearing in these matters for January 22, 2010 at 1:30 for Vaughn Sr. and January 22, 2010 at 2:30 for Josh Reeves’ hearing.
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On December 18, 2009, all four defendants and their counsel were present in the Sullivan County Circuit Court for a status hearing. Sullivan County Prosecuting Attorney Bob Hunley appeared for the State of Indiana. Special Judge Dena Martin of Greene County presided over the hearing.
Prior to the hearing, the State filed their discovery with the Court and provided a copy to the defendant’s counsel.
During the hearing, dates were set for trial in all four cases. Vaughn Reeves, Sr. trial will be heard on July 6, 2010, in Gibson County. Chip Reeves will be heard on June 15, 2010, also in Gibson County. Chris Reeves will be heard on August 17, 2010, in Martin County. Josh Reeves will be heard on July 27, 2010, in Daviess County. All trials will begin at 9:00 a.m. local time.
The Court also set an April 9, 2010, hearing on all four defendant’s motions to dismiss previously filed to be held at 1:00 p.m. There will also be a formal Pretrial Conference held on May 14 at 1:00 p.m. Both hearings will be heard in the Sullivan Circuit Court .
At the conclusion of the hearing, all four defendants were returned to the Sullivan County Jail in lieu of 1.5 million dollars bond.
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October 16, 2009: All four Alanar Defendants appeared with their attorneys for formal Pre-Trial Conference in Sullivan Circuit Court before Judge Dena Martin. Sullivan County Prosecuting Attorney Bob Hunley appeared for the State of Indiana.
The first matter of business was venue for all four cases. Despite Mr. Hunley’s renewed objection to have all four cases tried in Sullivan County, the court determined that none of the trial locations for the Defendants will be Sullivan County. It was determined that Gibson County shall be the trial location for and jury pool for both Vaughn Reeves Sr. and Vaughn “Chip” Reeves Jr. Joshua Reeves’ trial location and jury pool shall be drawn from Daviess County. Jonathan “Chris” Reeves’ trial location and jury pool shall be drawn from Martin County. Judge Martin shall confirm the availability of facilities in each of the counties.
Citing the enormity of the evidence that will be turned over in the discovery process, the court did not set trial dates or trial sequence at this time. The court also vacated the November 6, 2009 date set for hearings on all Defendants’ Motions to Dismiss to be rescheduled for a later date. The Court then set all cases for a Status Conference for December 18, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. All counsel is ordered to appear.
All four of the defendants remain in the custody of the Sullivan County Sheriff on 1.5 million dollars bond with no 10% allowed.
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On September 8, 2009, Chip Reeves, through his attorneys, filed his Notice of Appeal indicating his intention to appeal the Court’s order denying bond reduction.
On September 8, 2009, Chris Reeves, through his attorney, filed a Motion to Dismiss.
On September 2, 2009, Judge Martin Denied all 4 Reeves Defendants’ Motions for Bond Reduction. In the Court’s Order, the Court found that the Defendants failed to present additional evidence of substantial mitigating factors, based on the factors set out in I.C. 35-33-8-4(b) which reasonably suggests that the Defendants recognize the Courts authority to bring the Defendants to trial. The Court therefore denied the defendants’ motions for bond reduction and ordered that bond remain set at 1.5 million dollars with no 10% cash allowed
On September 2, 2009, Judge Dena Martin granted all 4 of the Reeves defendants’ Motions for Change of Venue from the County. The Order gave all parties a list of multiple counties to strike from until a single county can be chosen from which to pick a jury. She made no specific ruling on where the trials would be held, but indicated that she would make that decision once a county had been chosen for each defendant.
On August 28, 2009, Vaugh Reeves, through his attorney of record, filed his Motion to Dismiss and Brief in Support Thereof. Court will hear evidence on this matter on November 6, 2009 at 1:00.
On August 28, 2009, Josh Reeves, through his attorney of record, filed his Motion to dismiss. This matter will be heard on November 6, 2009 at 1:00.
On August 28, 2009, attorneys for Chip Reeves filed their Motion to Dismiss and Memorandum of Law in Support of Defendant’s Motion to Dismiss. Judge Martin set a hearing on this matter on November 6, 2009 at 1:00.
On August 28, 2009, Judge Martin vacated all previously scheduled jury trial dates for all 4 Reeves defendants. A pretrial conference will still be held for all defendants on October 16th at 11:00a.m.
On August 28, 2009 attorneys for all four Alanar defendants appeared in Sullivan Circuit Court before Judge Dena Martin and presented evidence and arguments in support of the defendants’ request for Change of Venue from County and for Bond Reduction. The State of Indiana was represented by Sullivan County Prosecutor Robert E. Hunley, II.
Mr. Hunley, acknowledging media coverage of the cases did not object to the defendants’ motions for change of venue. Mr. Hunley did however strongly suggest that while the court may bring in a jury from another location, that it keep the trial itself in Sullivan thereby accommodating the Alanar victims’ right to view trial. Each of the defendants’ attorneys disagreed asking the court for a “neutral” site for the trial. The Attorney for Christopher Reeves asked for a separate county for each jury in each individual defendant’s trial.
Each defendant presented his evidence on the issue of bond in the form of testimony from friends and family of the individual defendant.
Attorneys for the defendant presented an argument to the court requesting bond reductions, to which Mr. Hunley countered and objected. At the conclusion of the hearing Judge Martin did not issue ruling on the motions before the court, informing the parties that the court would take the issues under advisement. The Judge advised the parties to expect a ruling on these issues early the week of August 31, 2009.
On August 20, 2009 Vaugh Reeves, Sr. filed his Application for Release on Recognizance or Reduction of Bail.
On August 4, 2009, Greene County Superior Court Judge, Dena Benham Martin, formally accepted appointment as Special Judge in all 4 Reeves Cases.
Judge Martin also set upcoming hearing dates for the following:
Hearings on Vaughn “Chip” Reeves Jr. and Josh Reeves Motions for Bond Reduction will be held on August 28, 2009 at 1:oo p.m. in the Sullivan Circuit Court.
Hearings on all 4 Reeves Defendants’ Motions for Change of Venue will also be held on August 28, 2009.
On July 22, 2009, Josh Reeves, through his attorney, filed his Motion for Modification of Bond.
On July 20, 2009, Jeff Johnson, court appointed attorney for Chris Reeves, filed a Motion for Leave of Court to Employ Accountant.
On July 17, 2009, court appointed attorney, Chris Ramsey, filed his Verified Motion for Change of Venue on behalf of Josh Reeves
On July 17, 2009, court appointed attorney Dale Webster filed his appearance for Vaughn Reeves Sr. A Motion for change of venue was also filed.
On July 17, 2009, the Court appointed Special Judge, Dena Benham Martin, Judge of the Greene Superior Court as Special Judge in all 4 Reeves cases.
On July 16, 2009, Vaughn “Chip” Reeves Jr., through his attorney, Nick Thiros, filed a Motion for Bond Reduction and a Motion for Change of Venue. Hearings on these motions have not yet been set.
On July 16, 2009, the Honorable Robert E. Springer declined appointment as special judge in all 4 Reeves cases.
On July 15th, Sullivan Circuit Court Judge, P.J. Pierson reassinged all 4 Reeves cases to the Honorable Robert E. Springer, Sullivan Superior Court, pursuant to Trial Rule 79 (H).
On July 13th, the honorable Jim R. Osborne, recused himself as Special Judge in all 4 Reeves cases. The Judge cited medical reasons for his recusal.
On July 9th, Jonathan “Chris” Reeves, filed a Verified Motion for Change of Venue from the County through his attorney, Jeff Johnson. No hearing date has been set at this time.
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On July 8th, 2009 Vaughn Reeves, Sr., received his initial hearing on 10 counts of Securities Fraud. Sullivan County Prosecutor, Bob Hunley, presented and read Reeves the charging information, also explaining the possible fine and penalties of each count. Reeves requested and was granted a court appointed pauper attorney. The court set the case for a pre-trial conference on October 16th, 2009 and a jury trial November 16th, 2009.
On July 8th, 2009 Vaughn “Chip” Reeves, Jr., received his initial hearing on 10 counts of Securities Fraud. Sullivan County Prosecutor, Bob Hunley, presented Reeves with a copy of his charges. Reeves was represented by a privately hired attorney at the hearing who waived formal reading of the charges. The court set the case for a pre-trial conference on October 16th, 2009 and a jury trial November 30th, 2009.
On July 8th, 2009 Jonathan Christopher Reeves received his initial hearing on 10 counts of Securities Fraud. Sullivan County Prosecutor Bob Hunley presented and read Reeves the charging information, also explaining the possible fine and penalties of each count. Reeves requested and was granted a court appointed pauper attorney. The court set the case for a pre-trial conference on October 16th, 2009 and a jury trial December 7th, 2009.
On July 8th, 2009, Joshua Reeves received his initial hearing on 10 counts of Securities Fraud. Sullivan County Prosecutor, Bob Hunley, presented and read Reeves the charging information, also explaining the possible fine and penalties of each count. Reeves requested and was granted a court appointed pauper attorney. The court set the case for a pre-trial conference on October 16th, 2009 and a jury trial December 14th, 2009.
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On June 30, 2009, Prosecutor Hunley filed 10 counts each of C Felony Securities Fraud against Vaughn Reeves, Chip Reeves, Chris Reeves and Josh Reeves. These charges can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
Vaughn Reeves charges
Chip Reeves charges
Chris Reeves charges
Josh Reeves charges
In each case, an affidavit of probable cause was filed to support the charges. These affidavits can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
Vaughn Reeves probable cause affidavit
Chip Reeves probable cause affidavit
Chris Reeves probable cause affidavit
Josh Reeves probable cause affidavit
The State also filed a request for greater than standard bond. We requested that bond be set at $150,000 per count for a total of 1.5 million dollars per defendant with no 10% allowed. Copies of the States Motion for Greater than Standard Bond can be viewed below:
Vaughn Reeves motion for greater than standard bond
Chip Reeves motion for greater than standard bond
Chris Reeves motion for greater than standard bond
Josh Reeves motion for greater than standard bond
Warrants for each defendant can be viewed below.
Vaughn Reeves Warrant
Chip Reeves Warrant
Chris Reeves Warrant
Josh Reeves Warrant
Press Release
On June 30, 2009, the Sullivan County Prosecutor’s Office and the Secretary of State’s office issued a joint press release with regards to this case. That press release can be viewed by clicking the following link:
Receivership
Information with regard to the civil receivership can be viewed at the following link:
http://www.stewart-irwin.com/cases/alanar
Secretary of State’s website:
Secretary of State, Todd Rokita, has also set up a website dedicated to keeping Alanar investors informed. His website can be viewed at the following link:
Question and Comments
Any questions or comments can be directed to:
alanarcomments@sullivancountyprosecutor.com
Under Indiana law, all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.