Polk County Woman Charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession Near Public Zone
Polk County, MN – A 52-year-old woman, Kelly Beth Amundgaard, has been charged with felony third-degree drug possession after authorities found methamphetamine in a restricted zone near a school, park, or public housing area.
Arrest Details
Date of Arrest: February 13, 2025
Suspect: Kelly Beth Amundgaard, born February 27, 1972
Charge: Third-Degree Possession of Methamphetamine/Amphetamine in a School, Park, or Public Housing Zone Statute: Minnesota Statute 152.023.2(a)(6)
Legal Consequences of the Charge
Third-degree drug possession in a protected zone carries severe penalties in Minnesota, often leading to prison time, hefty fines, and supervised release. Possession within designated public areas—such as schools, parks, and public housing—automatically enhances the severity of the offense.
What’s Next?
Amundgaard is expected to appear in Polk County District Court in the coming weeks. Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding her arrest.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News