Beltrami County: Tod Williams Jailed on Felony DWI

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Tod Williams was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on October 16, 2026, according to the supplied jail record.

The booking lists two driving while impaired allegations, including a felony first-degree DWI offense.

The felony allegation cites a previous felony DWI conviction as the basis for the offense level.

The second entry involves allegedly operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.

Both allegations appear under jail case number 26000927.

Felony First-Degree DWI Allegation

The most serious listed allegation involves first-degree driving while impaired under Minnesota Statute 169A.24, subdivision 1(2).

This provision applies when a person accused of a new DWI offense has a previous felony DWI conviction.

The Beltrami County Jail roster classifies Williams’ first-degree DWI allegation as a felony.

Minnesota law considers first-degree DWI the most serious standard criminal DWI offense level.

A conviction can carry a prison sentence of up to seven years.

The law also allows a fine of up to $14,000, or both penalties.

Additional mandatory sentencing rules can apply to felony DWI convictions.

These penalties are possible legal consequences, not a sentence imposed against Williams.

The supplied booking record does not identify the date or details of the previous felony conviction.

Alcohol-Related DWI Allegation

The second entry alleges operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.

That allegation falls under Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 1(1).

The jail roster classifies this entry as a gross misdemeanor.

Under Minnesota law, driving while impaired can involve alcohol-related impairment, even without a specific alcohol concentration listed.

The provided booking information does not include blood alcohol test results.

It also does not describe Williams’ reported driving behavior or the location of the alleged incident.

No details were provided about a traffic stop, crash, or possible injuries.

Beltrami County Jail Booking Photo

Custody Date and Bail Information

The jail record lists October 16, 2026, as Williams’ custody date.

The booking information also shows a bail or fine amount of $0.00.

That entry does not establish whether bail was denied, waived, or awaiting an update.

The supplied record does not confirm Williams’ current custody status or any release conditions.

Both allegations are listed under District Court.

However, no scheduled court appearance appears in the supplied booking information.

The record also does not establish whether Williams has entered a plea.

Minnesota DWI Laws and Possible Penalties

First-degree DWI is defined under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.

The law includes qualifying previous felony DWI convictions among the grounds for a first-degree charge.

The alcohol-related allegation falls under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.

That law identifies several types of impaired driving, including driving under the influence of alcohol.

Readers can also review Minnesota’s felony DWI sentencing provisions.

The final outcome of any criminal case depends on the evidence, court proceedings, and applicable law.

Court Records and Case Updates

Additional information may become available through Minnesota Court Records Online.

The system provides public access to available case information, hearing schedules, and certain court documents.

Readers can also visit the Minnesota Judicial Branch for guidance on accessing court records.

The jail listing alone does not confirm whether prosecutors have filed a formal criminal complaint.

It also does not establish whether both listed allegations will proceed as separate criminal counts.

Williams is presumed innocent of the current allegations unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Further updates will depend on verified court filings and official records.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.