Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 30, 2024, Paul Brein, a 70-year-old male, was taken into custody at the Beltrami County Jail. Brein is charged with two offenses:
- Fifth-Degree Controlled Substance Possession: This charge pertains to the possession of a Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substance, excluding small amounts of marijuana. Under Minnesota Statute 152.025, this offense is classified as a felony, carrying a potential sentence of up to five years imprisonment and/or a fine up to $10,000.
- Driving While Impaired (DWI) – Presence of Schedule I/II Drugs: This charge involves operating a motor vehicle with any amount of Schedule I or II drugs, excluding marijuana, present in the body. In Minnesota, this offense is considered a gross misdemeanor, which can result in penalties including jail time and fines.
Brein’s physical description includes a height of 5 feet 4 inches, weight of 180 pounds, gray hair, and hazel eyes. As of the custody date, no bail amount has been set. He is scheduled to appear in District Court; however, the specific court date has not been provided.
For more information on Minnesota’s controlled substance laws and penalties, refer to the Minnesota Statutes.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me