On April 26, 2014, State Troopers in Cobleskill arrested James E. Papas, 51, following a Domestic Dispute. It is alleged that Papas slapped and choked the victim following an argument. 

Papas was arrested for Harassment in the 2nd degree (Violation) and Criminal Obstruction of Breathing (Misdemeanor) and was arraigned in Cobleskill Town Court.  

He was remanded to Schoharie County Jail in lieu of $1,000 bail or $2,000 bond and is to reappear in court on April 29th.