HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One of two people arrested in a drug distribution case back in 2017 is scheduled for a hearing Friday.

Twenty-seven-year-old James Anderson of Turon is charged with possession of methamphetamine and paraphernalia with intent to distribute, personal use drug paraphernalia, felony interference, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of marijuana.

Anderson and 23-year-old Hali E. Laws, also of Turon, were arrested on April 15, 2017, by Hutchinson police.

Anderson has prior convictions for theft, flee and elude, and driving while suspended.

The hearing is scheduled in front of Reno County District Judge Tim Chambers.