Please E-mail suggested additions, comments and/or corrections to Kent@MoreLaw.Com.

Help support the publication of case reports on MoreLaw

United States of America v. Michael James Andrew

Date: 11-10-2026

Case Number: 2:24-cr-00139

Judge: Mary K. Dimke

Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington (Spokane County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: Michael James Austen Ellis and
Michael Louis Vander Giessen

Defendant's Attorney: Steve Hormel

Description:

Spokane, Washington, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with assault resulting in substantial bodily injury to intimidate a dating partner in Indiana Country and assault with a dangerous weapon, in violation of 18 U.S.C. 113,

On September 18, 2024, Michael James Andrew – a convicted felon who was prohibited from possessing a firearm – pistol-whipped and shot at his intimate partner while inside their shared residence on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Andrews then attempted to obstruct justice by asking potential witnesses to not speak to law enforcement and using a family member to hide the firearm used in the assault.

Outcome:

The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 180 months in prison.

Plaintiff's Experts:

Defendant's Experts:

Comments:

About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Michael James Andrew?

The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 180 months in prison.

Which court heard United States of America v. Michael James Andrew?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington (Spokane County), WA. The presiding judge was Mary K. Dimke.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Michael James Andrew?

Plaintiff's attorney: Michael James Austen Ellis and Michael Louis Vander Giessen. Defendant's attorney: Steve Hormel.

When was United States of America v. Michael James Andrew decided?

This case was decided on November 10, 2026.