1982-2006 – From Intersex in Iowa, to Homeless in California
Born in West Branch and raised in Nevada, Iowa, around 6th grade I developed breasts and other typically-female characteristics… READ MORE.
May 22, 2006 – Arrested under false pretenses in Ames, Iowa
While visiting Iowa while homeless in 2006, an Ames police officer’s demeanor toward me changed after I told him I was transgender. He arrested me under false pretenses, charging me with “trespassing” and “interfering with official acts”. I plead not guilty... READ MORE.
July 21, 2006 – Arrested and Harassed by same Officer for using the women’s restroom
On the day of my trial for the the May 22 incident, prior to entering into the courtroom, I used the restroom. Upon exiting, the same officer arrested me… READ MORE.
March 30, 2009 —Following an abuse of discretion by a local Judge, Officer warns me to leave the state for my safety
After being falsely accused of assaulting a woman, her own witness told the truth in court: I never toucher her. This didn’t stop Judge Van Marel from deciding I was guilty. After the trail, an Ames Police Officer told me that based on what he was hearing “behind the scenes”, I should leave the state for my safety. I headed his advice… READ MORE.