Hallock (trfnews.i234.me) — A Lancaster man is facing DWI and speeding charges in Kittson County District Court.
Tyler Jason Klegstad, 28, of Lancaster, is charged in court file 35-CR-26-51. The case was filed in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District.
The charges stem from an April 12, 2026, traffic stop in Hallock.
Court documents say the incident began around 12:20 a.m. on Highway 75. A Kittson County deputy reported seeing a vehicle leave the west side of the highway.
The complaint says the vehicle sped up after its engine revved. Radar showed the vehicle going 43 mph in a 30 mph zone.
Traffic Stop Near County Road 22
The deputy followed the vehicle and reported lane issues. The complaint says the vehicle crossed the center line and fog line.
The vehicle later turned east onto County Road 22. Court documents say it traveled onto the gravel shoulder.
A traffic stop was then made near Nutrien Ag Solutions.
The deputy identified the driver as Tyler Jason Klegstad. The complaint says the deputy smelled alcohol while speaking with him.
Klegstad was asked to step out of the vehicle. He agreed to perform field sobriety tests, according to the complaint.
Breath Test Allegations
Court records say Klegstad showed signs of impairment during several tests. Those included eye, balance, walking, alphabet, and counting tests.
The complaint also says Klegstad reported arthritis in his knees before balance tests.
During a preliminary breath test, Klegstad allegedly said, “I’ll probably blow over.” The complaint says the test showed a .215 reading.
He was arrested and taken to the Kittson County Jail.
At about 1:11 a.m., a breath test was administered. Court documents allege Klegstad’s breath alcohol concentration was .21.
Charges Filed In Kittson County
Klegstad is charged with third-degree DWI. That count is listed as a gross misdemeanor.
He is also charged with fourth-degree DWI and speeding.
Under Minnesota DWI law, a person may face charges for driving under the influence or with an alcohol concentration of .08 or more.
More information about Kittson County District Court is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Public case information may also be searched through Minnesota Court Records Online.
The charges are allegations. Klegstad is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
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