Twin Valley, Norman County (trfnews.i234.me) A Glyndon woman now faces a misdemeanor charge in Norman County. Court records say she drove past a stopped school bus in Twin Valley. The complaint says the bus had its stop arm out. It also says red lights were flashing.
Charge Filed in Norman County
According to the criminal complaint, Katelin Larae Houska, 22, is charged with a school bus stop signal violation. The charge is tied to an incident reported on February 4, 2026. The case was filed in Minnesota District Court in Norman County. The complaint lists the charge as a misdemeanor.
Under Minnesota Statute 169.444, drivers must stop when a school bus displays its stop arm and red flashing lights. The complaint says the required stop distance is at least 20 feet. The listed maximum penalty is 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The complaint also notes a minimum fine of $500.
What the Complaint Says Happened
The complaint says the reported violation happened near Anderson Funeral Home in Twin Valley. A witness reported that a black Chevrolet Cruze was traveling east on Main Street. The witness said the car passed the bus while children were unloading. The report states the stop arm was extended at the time.
The complaint says the witness could only provide part of the license plate at first. The next day, authorities located a black four-door Chevrolet Cruze in Twin Valley. Court records say the vehicle had a matching plate pattern. The complaint also states that Houska admitted she was driving that day. It says she recalled passing the bus while the stop arm and lights were active.
Case Status
The charge remains an allegation unless it is proven in court. A criminal complaint gives the court the basis for the charge. It is not a conviction. Court information for Minnesota cases is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch. More local information is also available through Norman County.
School bus stop arm cases are treated seriously because children may be entering or leaving the road. This case will move through the court process in the 9th Judicial District.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
