Thief River Falls: DWI Sentence, 15 More Court Cases

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Several traffic, criminal, and recreational vehicle cases were included in a recent Pennington County court report.

The cases involved the Thief River Falls Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Pennington County Sheriff’s Office, and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

The most serious sentence listed involved Harlan Roger Garfve, 34, of Halma, who faced a second-degree DWI case.

Halma Man Sentenced for Second-Degree DWI

Harlan Roger Garfve, 34, of Halma, received a 364-day jail sentence for second-degree driving while impaired.

According to the court report, 315 days of the sentence were stayed for four years.

Garfve received credit for 49 days already served in jail.

The report also states he completed a 30-day probationary requirement.

Garfve was placed on supervised probation for four years and ordered to pay $690 in fines and fees.

He must complete a comprehensive assessment within 60 days of sentencing.

He must also complete any recommended treatment and aftercare.

Thief River Falls: DWI Sentence, 15 More Court Cases

Thief River Falls Police Department Cases

Three additional cases were listed under the Thief River Falls Police Department.

Scott Jon Kjellberg, 64, of Thief River Falls, was assessed $135 for failing to stop at a traffic control signal.

Mersudin Salkic, 39, of St. Louis, had a speeding charge dismissed.

The dismissed allegation involved traveling 52 mph in a 30 mph zone.

Kiefer Reed Stenmark, 18, of Lancaster, was assessed $135 for an automobile fender regulation violation.

Minnesota State Patrol Traffic Cases

The Minnesota State Patrol reported several speeding and traffic violations involving drivers from Minnesota and North Dakota.

Madison Mariah Castoreno, 26, Grand Forks, N.D.: 74 mph in a 60 mph zone, $135.
Mariah Jean Corneliusen, 28, Roseau: Hands-free law violation involving access to video content, images, games, or applications, $135.
Tony Ray Hoglo, 65, Thief River Falls: 69 mph in a 55 mph zone, $135.
Stephan Andreevich Ivanov, 38, Erskine: 70 mph in a 60 mph zone, $125.
Brady Lee Allen Gums, 24, Brainerd: 65 mph in a 60 mph zone, $125.
Barend Frederik Hendriks, 29, Grygla: Holding a wireless communication device while driving, $135.
Terra Joy Nomeland, 49, Thief River Falls: No proof of vehicle insurance, $285.
Billie Jean Strong, 72, Red Lake: 65 mph in a 60 mph zone, $125.
Aarron Ty Douglas, 31, Thief River Falls: 69 mph in a 60 mph zone, $125.
Linda A. Galasso, 67, Red Lake Falls: Driving after suspension, $285.