PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jessica Leah Needham appears in a recent Pennington County Jail booking listing involving two traffic-related charges.
The listed offenses include third-degree driving while impaired (DWI) and driving after revocation.
The DWI allegation includes one aggravating factor and is classified as a gross misdemeanor.
The driving-after-revocation allegation is listed as a misdemeanor.
Third-Degree DWI Charge Listed
According to the supplied jail information, Needham faces a third-degree DWI allegation under Minnesota Statute 169A.26, subdivision 1(a).
This law covers impaired driving offenses involving one aggravating factor.
Minnesota law identifies several circumstances that can increase the seriousness of a DWI offense.
These can include certain previous impaired driving incidents, elevated alcohol levels, or other qualifying circumstances.
However, the available booking information does not identify the aggravating factor in Needham’s case.
No blood alcohol concentration, chemical test results, or details about the traffic stop were provided.
Driving After Revocation Allegation
Needham also faces a listed misdemeanor charge under Minnesota Statute 171.24, subdivision 2(a).
This offense involves allegedly operating a motor vehicle while driving privileges are revoked.
Under Minnesota law, drivers must comply with license revocation orders until their driving privileges are restored.
The statute also addresses whether a driver knew or reasonably should have known about the revocation.
The booking record does not explain why Needham’s driving privileges were revoked.
It also does not identify the vehicle or location involved in the alleged incident.
Pennington County Jail Booking Details
The listing identifies Needham by name and includes two criminal charge entries.
The record also includes an inmate-type code of BELTR.
However, the supplied information does not explain that code or identify a booking date.
No age, bail amount, court date, or case number was included.
The listing does not describe the events leading to Needham’s custody.
Her current custody or release status has not been independently confirmed.
Understanding Minnesota DWI Penalties
Third-degree DWI is a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota law.
A conviction can involve jail time, fines, and restrictions on driving privileges.
Actual penalties depend on the circumstances and the court’s findings.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 169A.26 for third-degree DWI requirements.
The separate license offense is covered under Minnesota Statute 171.24.
Court Proceedings and Case Status
The supplied booking record does not confirm whether Needham has entered a plea.
It also does not identify a conviction or final court decision in these matters.
Additional information may become available through official criminal complaints and court records.
Readers can search the Minnesota Court Records Online portal for publicly available case information.
The listed charges remain allegations unless proven in court.
Needham is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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