Beltrami County, MN – Derek Gould, 509 tall and weighing 170 pounds, was taken into custody on February 22, 2025, and booked into Beltrami County Jail on multiple charges, including 5th-degree assault and violation of a domestic abuse protection order.
According to court records, Gould faces the following charges:
- Minnesota Statute 609.224.1(2) – 5th-degree assault, which involves inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm on another person. This charge is classified as a petty misdemeanor (PM).
- Minnesota Statute 518B.01.14(c) – Violation of an order for protection (OFP) within 10 years of a prior conviction, classified as a gross misdemeanor (GM). This indicates that Gould had a prior conviction or delinquency adjudication related to domestic abuse within the past decade.
Legal Implications & Next Steps
- 5th-degree assault is often considered a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor, carrying penalties such as fines, probation, or up to 90 days in jail.
- Violating an OFP within 10 years of a prior conviction is a serious offense that can result in extended probation, jail time, or increased penalties depending on the severity of the violation.
Currently, no bail has been set ($0.00), suggesting that Gould may remain in custody until his court appearance in District Court. However, details regarding his court date have not yet been released.
Authorities emphasize the importance of complying with court orders, especially in domestic violence-related cases, as violations can lead to escalated legal consequences.
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🔹 I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me 🔹