Linaweaver Faces 3 Charges Including Cruelty to animals; Malicious torture or killing

State of Kansas vs. Dustin Maynard Linaweaver is accused of 3 charges in a case filed April 24, 2026 in Saline County District Court, according to court records.

Prosecutors listed 3 charges, including Cruelty to animals; Malicious torture or killing, Fishing licenses required, and No hunting license.

Charges listed in court records

• Cruelty to animals; Malicious torture or killing — Felony Non-Grid Nonperson (FENGN); 21.6412.a.1.b1; Offense date: 04/16/2026
• Fishing licenses required — Misdemeanor Class C Nonperson (MDCN); 32.0906; Offense date: 04/16/2026
• No hunting license — Misdemeanor Class C Nonperson (MDCN); 32.0919; Offense date: 04/16/2026

The charges were filed by the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks.

Court records list the case number as SA-2026-CR-000282.

Upcoming Court Dates

• First Appearance: 06/02/2026

Formal charges are allegations, not convictions. Defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.