Bemidji: Jessica Needham Booked on DWI, License Counts

BEMIDJI (trfnews.i234.me) — Jessica Needham appears in a Beltrami County Jail custody record dated October 12, 2026.

The jail record lists two traffic-related allegations, including third-degree driving while impaired and driving after license revocation.

The offenses are recorded under case number 26016532.

The DWI allegation is classified as a gross misdemeanor. The driving after revocation allegation is listed as a misdemeanor.

The record identifies Minnesota Statutes 169A.26.1(a) and 171.24.2(a) as the applicable legal provisions.

Third-Degree DWI Allegation

Under Minnesota law, third-degree driving while impaired involves a DWI violation with one aggravating factor.

Aggravating factors may include certain prior impaired driving incidents, a high alcohol concentration, or specific passenger circumstances.

However, the jail entry does not identify which aggravating factor applies to Needham’s listed allegation.

The record also does not provide chemical test results or describe the events leading to the reported booking.

Minnesota classifies third-degree DWI as a gross misdemeanor.

A conviction can carry up to 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.

Actual penalties depend on the case and applicable sentencing requirements.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 169A.26 for further information.

Needham’s second listed offense involves allegedly operating a motor vehicle after revocation of driving privileges.

Minnesota Statute 171.24, subdivision 2(a), addresses driving when a person’s license or driving privilege has been revoked.

The law also requires notice of the revocation or circumstances showing the driver reasonably should have known.

The listed offense is classified as a misdemeanor.

A misdemeanor conviction can carry up to 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.

The complete law is available through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.

The Beltrami County Jail record lists Needham’s custody date as October 12, 2026.

The displayed bail or fine amount is $0.00.

However, this amount does not confirm whether bail was required, whether release was authorized, or whether Needham remains in custody.

The record identifies District Court as the court branch but does not provide a hearing date.

It also does not include an incident address, arrest narrative, or current case outcome.

The available information does not establish whether formal charges have been filed in court.

A jail booking is not a conviction. Needham is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Residents can review public court information through Minnesota Court Records Online.

These sources may provide updates about custody, court proceedings, and other publicly available details.

Future court records could clarify the circumstances behind both listed allegations.

TRF News will report further developments if additional information becomes available through verified public records.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.