Two sentenced to probation on assault convictions

The Honorable James Kube handed two defendants, who had been convicted of two misdemeanor counts apiece after accepting plea deals in August, concurrent 18-month probation sentences during the Oct. 25 session of Antelope County district court at the courthouse in Neligh.

They were also informed of their right to petition the court to have their convictions set aside after successful completion of their probation.

Jordan Knievel, 22, of Neligh faced Kube for sentencing on two Class 1 misdemeanors, third-degree assault and obstruction of a peace officer.

Knievel’s terms of probation include 90 d...