Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — George Murphy Fontaine, born May 24, 1986, was arrested on February 27, 2025, for first-degree driving while impaired (DWI) under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1.
This felony-level DUI charge is among the most severe in Minnesota and is typically issued when a driver has three or more prior DWI offenses within 10 years or if there are aggravating factors such as a high blood alcohol concentration (BAC), an accident, or child endangerment.
Potential Legal Consequences:
- Felony conviction with prison time
- License revocation and mandatory ignition interlock device
- Heavy fines and court fees
- Required treatment programs and probation
Authorities have not released further details regarding Fontaine’s case, including BAC levels or previous offenses, but a felony DUI conviction could have long-term consequences.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News