An Atlantic man who was set to stand trial next month on domestic assault charges, will instead appear in court Monday (Sept. 23^rd), to enter a plea of guilty. 46-year old Rex Dean McDermott was arrested on October 13^th, 2012, following an incident which allegedly occurred at a feed dealership, in Atlantic. His sentencing will take place at a later date.

McDermott had initially plead not guilty to a felony charge of Willful Injury causing bodily injury, and a serious misdemeanor charge of Domestic Abuse Assault causing bodily injury/mental illness. McDermott was released on bond a few days after his arrest, and was ordered to have no contact with his alleged victim.  His trial date was continued several times this year, with the last date set for Oct. 22nd.