Commonwealth’s continuance approved for Nicholas Houck trial

WQXE News – Quicksie 98.3 · Sep 17, 2026

Nicholas Houck’s trial on a Class D Felony Perjury charge will now be heard in 2027.

Nelson Circuit Judge Charles Simms III granted the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office motion for a continuance during a hearing in Nelson Circuit Court Wednesday, moving the start of the trial to February 8, 2027. Simms noted that he checked with the court in Owen County to verify that the date is available.

10th Judicial Circuit Commonwealth’s Attorney Kyle Williamson said he made the motion because it is important for the Commonwealth present their case chronologically, and former Commonwealth’s Attorney…