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Serial No-Show Felony Defendant Keeps Getting Breaks From Court Commissioner

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Edson O. Martinez Pacheco, 24, of Kenosha
(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office)

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — A 24-year-old Kenosha man accused of felony retail theft at the Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets has repeatedly failed to appear for court — yet continues to receive minimal bail amounts from Court Commissioner William Michel II.

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According to the criminal complaint, Edson O. Martinez Pacheco was charged on May 5, 2025, with Retail Theft – Intentionally Conceal (> $500 – $5,000), a Class I felony punishable by up to 3 years and 6 months in prison and a $10,000 fine. Police said he and another suspect were caught concealing $777.22 worth of Tommy Hilfiger merchandise inside an aluminum-lined Under Armour bag designed to defeat theft sensors.

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Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner William Michel II (D)
(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Despite the seriousness of the charge, Commissioner Michel initially set bail at only $500 cash, which Martinez Pacheco posted the next day. When he failed to show up for his May 9 preliminary hearing, liberal activist Supplemental Court Commissioner David Hughes authorized a bench warrant for only $500, the same amount. His initial bail was forfeited.

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He returned to court on May 21, when Commissioner Michel again showed leniency—setting bail at $1,000 and even reinstating the previously forfeited $500. Predictably, Martinez Pacheco skipped another hearing on June 10, prompting Michel to set bail “as if that was going to be appropriate” at yet another $1,000 cash. That bail was also forfeited on July 30.

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After his latest arrest on October 14, Martinez Pacheco posted the $1,000 once again and walked free. He’s next scheduled to appear in court on October 21, 2025.

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The pattern paints a troubling picture of a defendant who appears to view the felony case as a revolving door — and a court commissioner who keeps letting him spin through it.

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Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.
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  3. I believe Kenosha has become a small sanctuary city along with our far left judicial system. Love to know what percentage of these offenders are here illegally.

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  6. Who was prosecuting attorney and defense attorney during the arraignment? Wouldn’t the prosecuting attorney give recommendations?

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  7. Time for Bleeding Heart Liberal Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner ‘William Michel Too Easy’ to get the boot.
    He’s another figure in the County Court House with deficient testosterone levels.

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