Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 21, 2024, law enforcement authorities in Minnesota arrested 46-year-old Justin Joel Hewitt. The arrest led to multiple charges, including violations of Minnesota Statutes sections 169A.20.1(2), 169A.26.1(a), and 152.025.2(1).
Charges:
- Driving While Impaired (DWI) Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance: According to Minnesota Statute 169A.20.1(2), it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.
- Third-Degree Driving While Impaired with One Aggravating Factor: Per Minnesota Statute 169A.26.1(a), a person is guilty of third-degree DWI if one aggravating factor is present during the violation.
- Fifth-Degree Possession of a Controlled Substance: Under Minnesota Statute 152.025.2(1), possessing a Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substance, or related paraphernalia, excluding cannabis or hemp, constitutes a fifth-degree drug offense.
As of the latest available information, Hewitt’s estimated release date has not been provided. The case is currently under investigation, and further details will be released as they become available.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me