Beltrami County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 27, 2024, Joanne Paquette, a 29-year-old female, was taken into custody by the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office. She is charged with two counts of fourth-degree assault against a peace officer under Minnesota Statute 609.2231.
Charges Detailed
- Charge 1: Assault in the fourth degree – Peace Officer – Demonstrable bodily harm (Minnesota Statute 609.2231.1(c)(1)), classified as a felony.
- Charge 2: Assault in the fourth degree – Peace Officer – Physically assaults (Minnesota Statute 609.2231.1(b)), classified as a gross misdemeanor.
According to Minnesota law, fourth-degree assault against a peace officer involving demonstrable bodily harm is considered a felony, punishable by up to two years in prison or a fine up to $4,000, or both.
Custody Information
Paquette is currently held at the Beltrami County Jail, and no bail amount has been set. Her initial court appearance is scheduled in the District Court, though the exact date is pending.
Defendant Profile
- Name: Joanne Paquette
- Race: I
- Sex: Female
- Age: 29
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches
- Weight: 211 pounds
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Hazel
Legal Proceedings
The case is filed under number 24014941 in the District Court. Details regarding the court schedule and proceedings will be available through the Beltrami County District Court’s official channels.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me