Nay Tah Waush (trfnews.i234.me) — A Mahnomen woman is facing a gross misdemeanor charge after a traffic stop in Mahnomen County.
Amy Rose Beaulieu, 46, is charged in Mahnomen County District Court with operating a vehicle without a required ignition interlock device.
The case is filed in Minnesota’s 9th Judicial District. The court file number is 44-CR-26-137.
Charge Filed In Mahnomen County
According to the complaint, the charge stems from a December 15, 2025, traffic stop in Nay Tah Waush.
The complaint says Beaulieu was driving north on County Road 4. A radar reading showed 40 mph in a posted 30 mph zone.
A traffic stop was then conducted. Beaulieu was identified as the driver, according to court documents.
During the stop, authorities checked Beaulieu’s driving status. The complaint says her license required an ignition interlock device.
Complaint Details Interlock Requirement
Beaulieu was asked if she was required to have interlock in her vehicle. The complaint says she answered yes.
She was then asked if the vehicle had interlock installed. The complaint says she answered no.
Beaulieu reportedly said she worked for her boyfriend. She also said she sometimes drove his vehicle.
Authorities told Beaulieu that interlock had to be installed, according to the complaint.
The charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 171.306. The related license law is listed under Minnesota Statute 171.09.
The charge carries a maximum sentence of 364 days in jail. It also carries a possible $3,000 fine, or both.
Case Remains Pending
The complaint lists the offense level as a gross misdemeanor. A summons was issued in the case.
The charge is only an accusation at this stage. Beaulieu is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
More information on Minnesota court access is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
Information about Minnesota ignition interlock rules is available from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
