FRAZEE, MN – (trfnews.i234.me) – A Frazee woman faces two criminal charges following a late-night traffic stop in Becker County.
Daisy Marie Beckwith, 41, of Frazee, is charged with second-degree DWI test refusal and obstructing legal process.
According to a criminal complaint, a seven-year-old child was inside Beckwith’s vehicle during the October 31, 2026, incident.
Traffic Stop on Highway 87 Raises Suspicions
According to court documents, a Becker County deputy stopped Beckwith around 11:06 p.m. on State Highway 87 near Frazee.
The vehicle reportedly had nonworking license plate lights.
During the stop, the deputy noticed Beckwith speaking rapidly and repeatedly fidgeting with her fingers.
The deputy also reported that Beckwith’s pupils did not react to light.
Beckwith denied using any substances when questioned.
Based on those observations, the deputy requested roadside sobriety testing.
Driver Allegedly Struggles During Sobriety Tests
The complaint states Beckwith showed no standard impairment clues during the horizontal gaze nystagmus test.
However, the deputy reported that her pupils remained unresponsive to light.
During the walk-and-turn test, Beckwith allegedly began walking before receiving instructions to start.
She then stated the test was too difficult and declined to continue.
During another test, Beckwith reportedly estimated 30 seconds had passed when 54 seconds had actually elapsed.
The deputy also reported continued finger movements and eye tremors.
Arrest Leads to Alleged Resistance
Believing Beckwith was under the influence of a controlled substance, the deputy placed her under arrest for suspected DWI.
According to the complaint, Beckwith became upset and demanded to call her mother.
She allegedly refused to place her hands behind her back and repeatedly pulled away during the attempted handcuffing.
The complaint states she eventually cooperated after a struggle.
Beckwith also allegedly refused to enter the patrol vehicle, requiring assistance from the deputy.
Seven-Year-Old Child Reportedly in Vehicle
The deputy confirmed that an adult passenger and a seven-year-old child were inside the vehicle.
According to the complaint, the adult passenger identified the child as Beckwith’s son.
The child’s presence was listed as an aggravating factor supporting the second-degree DWI charge.
Blood or Urine Test Allegedly Refused
After transporting Beckwith to the Becker County Jail, the deputy obtained a search warrant for a blood or urine sample.
Beckwith was informed that refusing a chemical test required by the warrant was a crime.
Despite repeated requests, Beckwith allegedly declined to provide a sample.
She was subsequently turned over to jail staff.
Two Criminal Charges Filed
Beckwith faces the following charges in Becker County District Court:
- Count 1: Second-Degree DWI – Refusal to Submit to Chemical Testing, a gross misdemeanor. Maximum penalty: 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
- Count 2: Obstructing Legal Process – Interfering With a Peace Officer, a misdemeanor. Maximum penalty: 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.
The charges are filed under Minnesota Statute 169A.20 and Minnesota Statute 609.50.
The case is filed in Minnesota’s Seventh Judicial District under court file number 03-CR-26-2127.
Court information can be searched through Minnesota Court Records Online.
All allegations are based on the criminal complaint. Beckwith is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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