Detroit Lakes Woman Sentenced in Meth Case
DETROIT LAKES (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Detroit Lakes woman has been sentenced in a felony drug case.
Shannon Ann Warren, 34, was sentenced for felony fifth-degree drug possession in Becker County District Court.
The sentence followed an August 2024 traffic stop and Warren’s arrest on an outstanding warrant.
Traffic Stop Led to Arrest
Court records say the case began during the evening of August 4, 2024.
Warren was riding in a vehicle that was stopped in Detroit Lakes.
A Becker County deputy stopped the vehicle because its license plate tabs had expired.
During the stop, authorities learned Warren had an outstanding warrant. She was arrested and taken to jail.
The criminal complaint said jail staff searched Warren during the booking process.
Staff found a small plastic bag in her front pocket, according to court records.
The bag contained about 0.68 grams of methamphetamine, the complaint stated.
Shannon Ann Warren
Prior Drug Conviction Listed
Court records also listed a previous drug conviction involving Warren.
Warren was convicted of fifth-degree drug possession in 2018.
That earlier conviction was included in the court record for the current case.
Prison Term Stayed for Five Years
District Judge Michelle Lawson sentenced Warren on May 12.
Warren received a one-year state prison sentence at the women’s prison in Shakopee.
However, the prison sentence was stayed for five years.
A stayed sentence allows Warren to avoid prison while meeting court-ordered conditions.
She was ordered to serve 66 days in jail.
Warren received credit for all 66 days already served.
The court also ordered Warren to pay a $1,000 fine.
She must pay another $160 in court fees.
Probation Includes Treatment Conditions
Warren was placed on supervised probation for five years.
She must not use alcohol or illegal drugs during that period.
Warren must also complete a comprehensive assessment.
She must follow all treatment recommendations, including any required aftercare.
The court ordered Warren to complete cognitive skills training.
She must also follow any required cognitive behavioral programming.
Failure to follow probation terms could lead to further court action.
More information about local court services is available through the Becker County District Court.
Information about the Shakopee facility is available through the Minnesota Department of Corrections.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.