Caledonia Police Department
Nicholas Michael Douglas, 27, Houston, Minn., 1/1/2025, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.
Chatfield Police Department
Keaton Oakley Moulton, 23, Menomonie, Wis., 1/30/2025, Speeding (39/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $125.
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office
Brandon Sean Cole, 33, Ostrander, Minn., 12/22/2024, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $285.
Carlena Tonisha Harvey-Tapplin, 26, Maple Grove, Minn., 12/23/2024, Driver’s License – Expired Over 21 Years of Age, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.
Keegan Gage Jerdee, 26, Stewartville, Minn., 12/17/2024, Speeding (69/60), Fine $40, Total Fees $125.
Tanner Ray Kuhse, 24, Cresco, Iowa, 12/28/2024, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $285.
Ashley Lynn Rinn, 41, Mabel, Minn., 12/13/2024, Stray Animals – Running at Large of Domestic Animals Prohibited, Fine $50, Total Fees $135.
Hokah Police Department
Richard Wayne Hurd, 72, Ettrick, Wis., 1/23/2025, School Bus Stop Arm Violation, Fine $500 (stay $225 until 9/3/2025), Total Fees $350. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for three months). Unsupervised probation for six months – Conditions (3/3/2025): Report any new offenses to the prosecutor within three business days.
Houston County Sheriff’s Office
Lazaro Panzo Montalvo, 48, Eitzen, Minn., 2/8/2025, Fourth Degree DWI, Local Confinement – 30 days. Credit for time served: 19 days.
Jeremy Allen Schmit, 42, Independence, Iowa. 12/8/2024, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $115.
Caleb Kenneth Traff, 30, Hokah, Minn., 9/18/2024, Threats of Violence – Reckless Disregard Risk (Felony), Total Fees $150. Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, Minnesota Correctional Facility St. Cloud – 21 months (stay for five years). Supervised probation for five years – Conditions (2/26/2025): Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Give a DNA sample when directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, Remain law-abiding and have no further violations during probation – be of good behavior, Sign Probation Agreement – as directed by agent – report to Department of Corrections immediately upon release from Commissioner of Corrections – follow standard and special conditions of probation – follow directives of supervising agent, Prepare Case Plan – abide by a Minnesota DOC Case Plan as directed by supervising agent, Complete Chemical Assessment – of the type and nature to be determined by the Minnesota DOC, Complete Comprehensive Assessment – and follow all recommendations, Complete Domestic Violence Inventory – and follow all recommendations, No mood-altering chemicals – that the defendant abstain from the use and possession of all mood altering chemicals including alcohol (except those prescribed by a licensed physician and those should be taken only in the amount and dosages prescribed), Do not enter bars or liquor stores – that the defendant refrain from entering any establishment where the primary business is the sale of alcohol – if it is a restaurant/bar establishment defendant must refrain from entering the bar area and must remain in the restaurant area, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs – that the defendant not associate with individuals who are known to be using or possessing alcohol or controlled substances, Random testing – at the request of agent or an officer believing (s)he may be using – refusal to test will be considered a violation, No threatening or assaultive behavior while on probation, Obtain employment and maintain employment to the best of abilities, Cooperate and be truthful with agent in all matters, Obtain permission from agent before leaving the state – for any overnight stay out of the state defendant will obtain written permission from agent 14 days before leaving, Anger management – complete Mental Health/Anger Management evaluation and follow recommendations. 10/26/2024, Domestic Abuse No Contact Order – Violate No Contact Order – Within 10 Years of Previous Convictions, Total Fees $150. Local Confinement – 364 days (stay 316 days for two years). Credit for time served: 48 days. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (2/25/2025): Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Report to agent as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives (if prohibited by law), Remain law-abiding and have no further violations during probation – be of good behavior, Prepare Case Plan – abide by a Minnesota DOC Case Plan as directed by supervising agent, Complete Chemical Assessment – of the type and nature to be determined by the Minnesota DOC, Complete Comprehensive Assessment and follow all recommendations, Complete Domestic Violence Inventory and follow all recommendations, No mood-altering chemicals – that the defendant abstain from the use and possession of all mood altering chemicals including alcohol (except those prescribed by a licensed physician and those should be taken only in the amount and dosages prescribed), Do not enter bars or liquor stores – that the defendant refrain from entering any establishment where the primary business is the sale of alcohol or mood altering substances – if it is a restaurant/bar establishment defendant must refrain from entering the bar area must remain in the restaurant area, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs – that the defendant not associate with individuals who are known to be using or possessing alcohol or controlled substances, No threatening or assaultive behavior while on probation, Obtain employment and maintain employment to the best of abilities, Cooperate and be truthful with agent in all matters, Obtain Permission from agent before leaving the state – for any overnight stay out of the state, defendant will obtain written permission from agent 14 days before leaving, Anger management – complete Mental Health/Anger Management evaluation and follow recommendations, Random testing – at the request of agent or an officer believing he may be using – refusal to test will be considered a violation, Sign Probation Agreement – as directed by agent – report to Department of Corrections immediately upon release from Commissioner of Corrections – follow standard and special conditions of probation. 1/14/2025, Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Total Fees (including $350 in restitution) $500. Commit to Commissioners of Corrections, Minnesota Correctional Facility St. Cloud – 15 months (stay for three years). Supervised probation for three years – Conditions (2/26/2025): Same as Threats of Violence count.
Lacey Ann Bond, 37, La Crosse, Wis., 11/23/2024, No Insurance – Owner Violation (Consecutive/Concurrent), Fine $500 (stay $350), Total Fees $225. Local Confinement – 30 days (stay 30 days for six months). Unsupervised probation for six months – Conditions (2/28/2025): Remain law-abiding and be of good behavior, No same or similar, Report any new offenses to the prosecutor within three business days. 10/4/2024, No Proof of Insurance – Driver (Consecutive/Concurrent), Fine $500 (stay $350 until 8/28/2025), Total Fees $225. Local Confinement – 30 days (stay 30 days for six months). Unsupervised probation for six months – Conditions (2/28/2025): Remain law-abiding and be of good behavior, No same or similar, Report any new offenses to the prosecutor within three business days.
Elwyn Earl Dotzenrod, 82, Decorah, Iowa, 2/25/2025, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fee $115.
Michelle Lynn Hunsaker, 47, Spring Grove, Minn., 12/2/2024, Garbage/Debris, Fine $125, Total Fees $200. 12/2/2024, Rodents/Vermin, Fine $125.
Justin Thomas Kuenne, 28, Dysart, Iowa, 12/22/2024, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fee $115.
Mary Lynn Mithcell, 48, New Albin, Iowa, 2/15/2025, Speeding – Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fee $115.
Spencer Michael Schaffer, 18, Hokah, Minn., 2/25/2025, Speeding – Exceed Speed Limit Posted in Local Jurisdiction Speed Zones (91/60), Fine $150, Total Fees $375.
La Crescent Police Department
Austin Michael Coleman, 29, La Crescent, Minn., 2/24/2025, Domestic Assault – Commits Act to Cause Fear of Immediate Bodily Harm or Death (Concurrent/Consecutive), Local Confinement – 90 days. Credit for time served: two days. Total Fees: $150. 2/24/2025, Disorderly Conduct – Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene, Local Confinement – 90 days. Credit for time served: two days.
Carrie Ann Link, 46, Eagan, Minn., 2/7/2025, Speeding (68/50), Fine $60, Total Fees $135.
Austin David Peplinski, 26, Houston, Minn., 10/13/2024, Third Degree Driving While Under the Influence of Alcohol, Fine $400, Total Fees $500. Local Confinement – 364 days (stay 364 days for two years). Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (2/25/2025): Sign Probation Agreement – as directed by agent – cooperate with interstate transfer and rules regarding out of state travel (if applicable) – follow standard and special conditions of probation, Remain law-abiding and be of good behavior, No driving without valid driver’s license and insurance, No driver’s license violations, No alcohol-related traffic offenses, No drug-related traffic offenses, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment – as directed by agent – sign releases within 60 days and follow all recommendations, Attend MADD Impact Panel – within 90 days, No mood-altering chemicals – that the defendant abstain from the use and possession of all mood altering chemicals including alcohol (except those prescribed by a licensed physician and those should be taken only in the amount and dosages prescribed), Random testing – that the defendant submit to random testing to ensure compliance at the request of agent or an officer believing he may be using – refusal to test will be considered a violation, Alcohol monitor – obtain and maintain ignition interlock and do not drive any vehicle not equipped with Ignition Interlock.
Scott Lee Turner, 69, La Crescent, Minn., 1/14/2025, Collision With Unattended Vehicle – Notify Victim or Police, Fine $100, Total Fees (including $430.79 in restitution) $605.79.
Rebecca Joe Munstermann, 44, La Crescent, Minn., 2/13/2025, Driver Fails to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $50, Total Fees $125
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division
Steven Daniel Dwyer, 49, Brownsville, Minn., 11/12/2024, Lend, Borrow, or Transfer Tag or Seal; Use License, Tag, Seal, Fine $200, Total Fees $275. 11/16/2024, Take Big Game – Over Limit, Fine $300, Total Fees (including wildlife restitution of $500), $875.
John Douglas Lampert, 54, La Crescent, Minn., 11/12/2024, Lend, Borrow, or Transfer Tag or Seal; Use License, Tag, Seal, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.
Berek Allan Weingart, 33, La Crosse, Wis., 2/15/2025, Fishing – Extra Line, Fine $50, Total Fees $125.
Minnesota State Patrol – Rochester
Jordan Daniel Anderson, 23, Houston, Minn., 12/6/2024, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $145. 12/6/2024, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200.
Justin LeRoy Rickert, 48, Canton, Minn., 12/13/2024, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $285. 12/13/2024, Keep to the Right (Over Center Line), Fine $50.
Cody Grant Ryan, 25, Peterson, Minn., 12/6/2024, Driving After Cancellation, Fine $200, Total Fees $285. 12/6/2024, Display Cancelled/Revoked/Suspended or Stolen Plates, Fine $300.
Wilson Alexander Sajcap Agreda, 24, Postville, Iowa. 12/8/2024, No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $185. 12/8/2024, Child Passenger Restraint System – Age Four or Older (Needs) Booster Seat/Safety Belt, Fine $50.
Dontae Trevon Alton Freeman, 24, La Crosse, Wis., 12/12/2024, Speeding (77/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $215.
Amy Lynn Smith, 54, Caledonia, Minn., 2/7/2025, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $115.
Charles William Smock, 67, Decorah, Iowa. 1/26/2025, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set by Commissioner (55/40), Fine $60, Total Fees $135.
Alexander Brian Wellsfry, 40, West Salem, Wis., 12/9/2024, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $275.
Daniel James Beaupre, 32, Rochester, Minn., 1/27/2025, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $110.
Richard Allen LaFountain, 41, Spring Valley, Minn., 12/21/2024, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $285. 12/21/2024, No Proof Motor Vehicle Insurance, Fine $200.
Michael Wayne Smolik, 26, Harmony, Minn., 1/27/2025, Hands Fee Law – Hold Wireless Communications Device With One or Both Hands (While Driving), Fine $50, Total Fees $135.
Jason Jacob Zapata, 40, Owatonna, Minn., 8/3/2024, Fourth Degree DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol, Fine $300, Total Fees $410. Probation to the court for one year – Conditions (3/3/2025): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment (completed) – follow all recommendations, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Attend MADD Impact Panel (completed).
Feliciano Gonzalez Melchor, 25, Hopkinton, Iowa, 12/20/2024, No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $175.
David Domonic McFarland, 35, Caledonia, Minn., 2/19/2025, Unsafe Lane Usage on Laned Highway, Fine $50, Total Fees $125.
Susan Elaine Proudfoot, 54, Houston, Minn., 2/27/2025, Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $135.
Christopher John Roberts, 30, Marlboro, N.Y. 12/20/2024, No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $175.
Preston Police Department
Tyler John Heibel, 41, Fountain, Minn., 8/27/2024, Second Degree DWI- Refuse to submit to chemical test; Breath or test refusal or failure (Consecutive/Concurrent), Fine $900, Total Fees $1,085. Local Confinement – 364 days (stay 274 days for two years). Credit for time served: three days. Serve as: work release and sentence to serve (if eligible). Defendant is to go directly to inpatient treatment after completion of his jail term. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (3/3/2025): Follow all state and federal criminal laws., Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, No alcohol/controlled substance use and THC (with the exception of prescribed medications), No possession of alcohol or drugs and THC (with the exception of prescribed medications), Do not enter bars or liquor stores or establishments that sell THC, Random testing – at the request of a peace officer or probation agent to prove defendant is not using alcohol, THC, or controlled substance, Obtain a sponsor or CPRS as directed by probation or chemical dependency treatment provider, Mental Health Evaluation and follow recommendations, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, Provide list of prescribed medications to probation officer, Cognitive skill training, Aftercare, Complete treatment – successfully complete intensive inpatient treatment as recommended.
Rushford Police Department
Jason Adam Spitzer, 37, Winona, Minn., 12/22/2024, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $285.
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