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Speeding on Interstate Highway: Keith W Bettes, 61, Pequot Lakes, MN, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Brian J Jacobs II, 35, Lake St Louis, MO, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Kendra E Zuhlsdorf, 17, Sleepy Eye, MN, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jacob A Loraas, 24, Volga, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Dwight Lawson, 53, Groton, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Edgardo F Lovecchio, 37, McKinney, TX, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Louis A Tims, 25, Denham Springs, LA, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Benjamin J Gries, 30, Elburn, IL, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jason L Hyland, 46, Calgary AB, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Susan L Smith, 53, Britton, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Pasang D Tamang, 23, Fargo, ND, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Theodore D Warne, 17, 2031 10th Ave SW, fine $19, curt costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Municipal Fighting: Charles E Hanson, 35, 313 4th St NW Apt 3, fine $167, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility: Marshall L Namken, 19, 1112 1st Ave NE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, license suspended for 30 days, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Exhibition Driving: Tanner J Hills, 25, 1215 N Park St, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Pet Violations – Animal at Large Dog/Cat: Jessica E Billings, 32, 212 4th Ave NW, fine $47.50, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Fail to Stop – Accident Causing Property Damage: Julie A Eckman, 29, 820 2nd St NW, fine $316, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, repay the court for any assessed restitution.

Maintain Place to Violate Beverage Laws – Nuisance: Maverick T Brandsrud, 21, 307 S Maple St, fine $200, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Adam J Brown, 18, 1840 14th Ave SE, fine $200, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Driving with Revoked (not suspended) License: Korbyn S Bertsch II, 23, 1835 6th St NE, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, license revoked for 1 year, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Speeding on Other Roadways: Wendell D Falk, 47, South Shore, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Emma M Hoover, 19, Pelican Rapids, MN, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Taya L Kopman, 17, Hayti, fine $39, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Operate Oversize/Overweight Vehicle: John G Lohan, 63, 915 8th St NE, fine $104, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Illegal Lane Change: Trudy K Gamber, 54, Veblen, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Possession of Alcohol by Minor: Kennedy I Rhody, 20, 706 1st Ave SW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Austin L Gabriel, 19, 111 3rd Ave SW, fine $174, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 15 days jail time, 15 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, complete a chemical dependency evaluation within 30 days and complete any recommended treatment and provide written proof to court services within 90 days of sentencing.

Having an Altered or Invalid License in Possession: Scott E Brist, 27, 1303 11th Ave SW, fine $216, court costs $40, surcharges $44, sentenced to 60 days jail time, 55 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees.

Possession of Unauthorized Items in Jail: Philip Wookey, 35, 521 B Ave NE, fine $216, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered.

Boat in Zoned Swim Area: Trey B Petrich, 19, 1813 4th Ave SW, fine $50, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Petty Theft 2nd Degree-$400 or Less: Sara B Garcia, 33, 2900 9th Ave SE #210, fine $134, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Driving Under Influence-3rd Offense: Robin Hall, 56, 420 4th St NE #105, fine $1000, court costs $210, surcharges $64, license revoked for 18 months, sentenced to 75 days jail time, put on 2 years probation, defendant shall repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney, repay the county for the cost of the blood test, repay the county for costs of detention, pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, obtain alcohol and/or chemical dependency evaluation and comply with any recommended treatment including the CBISA and/or MRT program and any other treatment or counseling recommended by court services all at the defendant’s own expense, voluntarily give a sample of bodily substances for testing purposes and pay the costs thereof without the necessity of probable cause or warrant, submit person and property voluntarily to search and seizure by both law enforcement and/or court services to insure the defendant is in compliance without the necessity of probable cause or warrant, be placed on supervised probation and comply with all terms and conditions established by court services, maintain sobriety and not consume any alcoholic beverages nor enter any establishment where alcohol is the primary item of sale, not enter any gambling facilities including casinos, make restitution to the victim in the amount agreed upon.

False Report to Authorities: Michelle R Hines, 32, 408½ S Maple St, fine $216, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 90 days jail time, 85 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees, complete a chemical dependency evaluation within 30 days and complete any recommended treatment and provide written proof to court services within 90 days of sentencing, satisfactorily participate in the 24/7 sobriety program at their own expense.

Seat Belt Violation: Garret L Selzler, 26, Mobridge, fine $25; Diane Schmadeke, 58, Goodwin, fine $25; Kaeleb M Casey-Anderson, 17, 505 N Maple St, fine $25; Jason D Lohr, 47, Sioux Falls, fine $25; Thomas M Arnesen, 32, Florence, fine $25; Christine A Owen, 56, 676 N Lake Drive, fine $25; William Hoss, 46, 1105 9th Ave NE, fine $25.

Restrictions on Sunscreening Devices on Windshield: Garret L Selzler, 26, Mobridge, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Speeding on Interstate Highway: Nathan J Geerdes, 30, 439 43rd St NE, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Donald A Mueller, 53, Lagunalniguel, CA, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Tamera B Franchuk, 58, Kansas City, KS, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Douglas A Otheim, 51, West Fargo, ND, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Anibal R Anchondo Triana, 22, 203 2nd St SW, fine $39, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Theodore J Bergman, 55, Chesterfield, MO, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Joseph P Kastigar, 58, Panama City, FL, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Wayne A Moeller, 44, Valley Springs, fine $39, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jesse T Clark, 32, Sioux Falls, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Megan M Schulz, 26, Aberdeen, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Brenda K Chamley, 60, Marvin, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Failure to Make Proper Stop at Stop Intersection: Thomas B Schuneman, 41, Milbank, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Gayla D Yellowhammer, 50, Fargo, ND, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Devin M Kaeter, 25, Hewitt, MN, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Obey Traffic Device Unless Directed by Policeman: Trevor G Webb, 30, 805 N Park St, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Keith D VanWell, 50, 1023 18th St NE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

No Drivers License: Anibal R Anchondo Triana, 22, 203 2nd St SW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jesus A Damian-Tapia, 31, Hayti, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Brett M Egerstrom, 23, 520 4th St SE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Renewal Registration during Assigned Month: Anthony L Beegle, 44, Alcester, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Nathan B Giese, 26, 10 5th Ave NW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Carol J Lyons, 56, 107 1st Ave SW #4, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jesus A Damian-Tapia, 31, Hayti, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Operate a Vehicle with Cracked Windshield: Anthony L Beegle, 44, Alcester, fine $25.

Speeding on Other Roadways: Kay F Johnson, 67, Ortley, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Kelsey L Hansen, 25, 905 N Park St, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Leon S Breske, 67, Webster, fine $79, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Stephanie M Devine, 45, 45535 167th St, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Unauthorized Ingestion of Controlled Drug/Substance in Schedules I or II: Travis J Stadheim, 38, 1153 Skyline Drive, fine $500, court costs $40, surcharges $64, sentenced to 5 years penitentiary time, defendant shall pay fines and costs as ordered; Agustin Leal, 46, Aberdeen, fine $500, court costs $40, surcharges $64, sentenced to 3 years penitentiary time, 3 years suspended, put on 2 years probation, defendant shall obtain alcohol and/or chemical dependency evaluation and comply with any recommended treatment including the CBISA and/or MRT program and any other treatment or counseling recommended by court services al at the defendant’s own expense, pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, have full time employment or be in school full time or a combination of the two, be placed on supervised probation and comply with all terms and conditions established by court services, submit person and property voluntarily to search and seizure by both law enforcement and/or court services to insure the defendant is in compliance without the necessity of probable cause or warrant, voluntarily give a sample of bodily substances for testing purposes and pay the costs thereof without the necessity of probable cause or warrant, can petition to the court to modify the sentence to a suspended imposition after two years of maintaining law abiding citizen status and complying with conditions, maintain sobriety and not consume any alcoholic beverages nor enter any establishment where alcohol is the primary item of sale.

Intentional Damage to Property - $400-$1000: Shaian Rada, 23, Sioux Falls, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney, be a law abiding citizen, pay costs as ordered.

Entering or Refusing to Leave Property After Notice: Shaian Rada, 23, Sioux Falls, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney, pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, make restitution to the victim in the amount agreed upon.

Driving with Suspended (not revoked) License: Justin M Gawell, 28, 1821 14th Ave SE, fine $204, court costs $40, surcharges $26.

Operator Assure Passengers 5-18 Wear Seat Belts: Julie Larson, 47, 1520 3rd Ave SW #6, fine $25.

Following Too Closely: Raina N Carter, 16, 45273 178th St, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Municipal Speeding: John R Schwartz, 21, Henry, fine $79, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50; Alisha K Strohfus, 27, 608 2nd Ave SE, fine $59, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50; Skyler A Lutter, 19, 703 7th Ave NE, fine $59, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50; Hunter E Hannah-Thomas, 20, 113½ 1st St SW, fine $56.50, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Speeding on a State Highway: Carson D Pies, 18, 219 6th Ave SW, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Ryan J Knutson, 28, Waconia, MN, fine $39, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Lisa M Bjerke, 36, Webster, fine $19, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jacob D Dargatz, 17, Webster, fine $99, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Robert Derby, 64, Ellicott City, MD, fine $99, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Collin J Van Diepen, 20, Ocheyedan, IA, fine $19, court cots $40, surcharges $28.50; Roger E Thibeault, 56, Clear Lake, fine $39, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Grand Theft – More than $1,000 and Less than or Equal to $2,500: Stuart A Horn, 31, Sioux Falls, fine $250, court costs $40, surcharges $64, sentenced to 2 years penitentiary time, 1 year suspended, defendant shall pay fines and costs, make restitution through the clerk of courts to the victim as ordered, make payments directly to the county auditor for their court appointed attorney fees.

Simple Assault Attempt to Put Another in Fear of Bodily Harm: Larry Forsythe, 20, 1032 8th St NW, fine $500, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney, follow mental health recommendations and take prescriptions as directed for 90 days.

Reckless Driving: Breeauna L Barton, 23, Sioux Falls, fine $416, court costs $160, surcharges $44, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees, reimburse the county for the cost of the blood test.

Purchase, Receive, Consume, Possess Tobacco Under 18: Shelby Billings, 17, 324 N Maple St, fine $29, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility: Jesus A Damian-Tapia, 31, Hayti, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, license suspended for 30 days, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Driving with Revoked (not suspended) License: Terri L Johnson, 56, Pierre, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, license revoked for 1 year, sentenced to 60 days jail time, 60 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees; Davon L Grayson, 38, Duluth, MN, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $44, license revoked for 1 year, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney.

Impersonation to Deceive Law Enforcement Officer: Terri L Johnson, 56, Pierre, fine $216, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees.

Disobey Traffic Signs-Not Stop: Cecil Martinez, 60, 1115 3rd Ave NW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Disorderly Conduct: Nick J Murphy, 26, 45185 177th St, fine $134, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 5 days jail time, 5 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Fishing Without License-Resident: Heather C Johnson, 28, 1308 14th St SW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Russell W Stidams, 37, 1308 14th St SW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Exhibition Driving: Kory A Benck, 30, 519 3rd St SE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Violation-Stopped Vehicle with Red/Amber/Yellow Signals/Lights: Philip M Fenton, 48, Omaha, NE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

False Report to Authorities: Alan B Groom, 52, Lake City, fine $216, court costs $40, surcharges $46.50, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Careless Driving: Mariah J Heim, 15, 216 4th St SE, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Possession of Alcohol by Minor: Parker A Riddle, 20, 5 Paradise Drive, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Hunter Riddle, 20, 5 Paradise Drive, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Ingest Intoxicant Other Than Alcoholic Beverage: Davon L Grayson, 38, Duluth, MN, fine $416, $45 suspended, court costs $40, surcharges $44, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney.

Driving Under Influence-1st Offense: Christopher J Johnson, 37, 710 B Ave NE, fine $525. $120 suspended, court costs $210, surcharges $46.50, license revoked for 1 year, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen, repay the county for the cost of their court appointed attorney, repay the county for the cost of the blood test, complete an alcohol evaluation at an approved treatment center and attend the DWI Drinking and Driving classes and within 90 days of sentencing provide written proof of completion to court services; Mark Stolp, 61, 306 N Maple St, fine $766, $120 suspended, court costs $210, surcharges $44, license revoked for 1 year, sentenced to 90 days jail time, 80 days suspended, put on 6 months 7 days probation, defendant shall reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees within 90 days of sentencing, complete an alcohol evaluation within 30 days and complete the alcohol treatment program for repeat offenders within 180 days from an approved treatment center, provide written proof of completion to court services within 180 days of sentencing, can request authorization of a work permit through court services after completion of the authorization, not consume any alcohol or the next 180 days and be placed on the 24/7 program, pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, not consume alcohol and satisfactorily participate in the 24/7 sobriety program at their own expense if a work permit is received and for the length of time the work permit is valid.

Yielding Right-of-Way to Pedestrian: Kristen M Dunn, 29, 1231 5th Ave SE, fine $25.

Open Alcoholic Beverage Container Accessible in Vehicle: Austin C Schlosser, 18, Aberdeen, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Open Container: Robby D Highbear, 51, 315 E Kemp Ave #34, fine $51.50, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50.

Possession of Alcohol by Minor: Dylan K Larson, 18, 15 11th St NE #36, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, complete a chemical dependency evaluation within 30 days and complete any recommended treatment and provide written proof to court services within 90 days of sentencing; Luke W Boss, 19, 163 9th St NE #2, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Hunter M Borah, 19, 204 4th Ave SW, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; McKayla D Poindexter, 20, 615 7th St SE #2, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Garret A Magill, 18, 163 9th St NE #2, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, complete a chemical dependency evaluation within 30 days and complete any recommended treatment and provide written proof to court services within 90 days of sentencing; Hunter Looney, 20, Clark, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Kady R Nielsen, 21, Draper, fine $174, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered; Morgan M Molden, 19, 163 9th St NE #4, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days; Kaitlyn E Carlson, 20, 1025 7th Ave NE #5, fine $54, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Unlawful to Interfere with Utility Meter or Connection: Kristie L Erickson, 34, 209 3rd St SE, fine $60, court costs $40, surcharges $22.50, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered.

Intentional Damage to Property - $400 or Less: Salvador A Talamantes, 20, 15 11th St NE #28, fine $134, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50, sentenced to 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days.

Simple Assault Intentionally Cause Bodily Injury: Anthony Montes, 32, 219 11th St NW, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $44, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees.

Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia: Josh Walkingcrow, 20, Astoria, fine $204, court costs $40, surcharges $26; Jordan J Danks Jr, 19, Max, ND, fine $204, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50; Jaren P Schlechter, 18, 221 4th Ave SW, fine $204, court costs $40, surcharges $28.50.

Ingest Intoxicant Other Than Alcoholic Beverage: Josh Walkingcrow, 20, Astoria, fine $416, court costs $40, surcharges $44, sentenced to 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, defendant shall pay fines and court costs as ordered, be a law abiding citizen for a period of 360 days, reimburse the county for any court appointed attorney fees.