Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 39-year-old man, Joshua James Thompson, has been arrested and is now facing multiple serious driving-related charges across two counties.
According to jail records:
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Becker County arrested Thompson for 1st Degree DWI – Alcohol, one of the most severe DWI charges under Minnesota law, typically reserved for repeat offenders or cases involving extreme circumstances.
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Clay County Sheriff’s Office followed up with charges of:
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Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety
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DWI – Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test
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Driving after license cancellation under this designation implies the state deemed him a significant threat to public safety. Combined with refusing a chemical test, Thompson could be facing lengthy license revocation, hefty fines, and jail time if convicted.
Thompson remains in custody as legal proceedings are prepared.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News
Did you know?
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First-degree DWI in Minnesota is a felony, punishable by up to 7 years in prison, a $14,000 fine, and long-term license revocation.
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Refusing a chemical test is treated as a separate criminal offense, not just a traffic infraction.