Beltrami County, MN – Mark Reese was arrested on February 11, 2025, and booked into the Beltrami County Jail on felony drug possession charges. He is currently being held without bail, awaiting a hearing in District Court.
Charge Details
Drugs – 5th Degree – Possess Schedule 1,2,3,4 or Paraphernalia Residual (Not Cannabis/Hemp) (Minnesota Statute 152.025.2(1)) – Felony
Understanding the Charge
- Fifth-degree drug possession is a felony offense in Minnesota and applies when an individual is found in possession of a controlled substance from Schedules I-IV, excluding cannabis or hemp.
- This charge may also include possession of drug paraphernalia containing residue of illicit substances.
Potential Penalties If Convicted
- Up to 5 years in prison
- Fines up to $10,000
- Possible probation, community service, or mandatory drug treatment programs
Reese remains in custody, and his court date has not yet been scheduled. More details may emerge as the case progresses through the legal system.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News