Bemidji: Charles Hammack Booked on DWI Charges

BEMIDJI, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Charles Hammack was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on Monday, July 27, 2026.

The jail record lists two felony-level driving while impaired allegations.

One allegation involves operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.

The second allegation involves refusing or failing to complete a requested chemical test.

Both allegations appear under Beltrami County case number 2026013850.

The booking record does not explain what led to Hammack’s arrest.

It also does not identify the location of the alleged driving incident.

Beltrami County Booking Details

The jail record lists Hammack at 5 feet, 10 inches tall and 160 pounds.

His eye color is listed as blue. No hair color appears in the supplied record.

The listed bail or fine amount is $0.00.

However, that amount may not show current release conditions.

No court date appears in the supplied jail information.

The record lists the case for handling in Minnesota District Court.

The booking information does not include a plea, conviction, or court ruling.

The first count cites Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 1.

That law covers operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or another substance.

The second count cites Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 2.

That section addresses refusal to submit to certain chemical tests.

Readers can review the statute through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.

Public court information may become available through Minnesota Court Records Online.

Jail and visitor information is available from the Beltrami County Adult Corrections Center.

A jail booking records a person’s entry into custody.

It does not prove that the person committed the alleged offenses.

Hammack is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

The allegations may be changed, reduced, or dismissed during the court process.

Future court filings may provide more details about the case.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.