Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charge after an alleged domestic violence incident reported in the early morning hours.
Marquis Scott, of Grand Forks, is charged with felony terrorizing related to domestic violence and a misdemeanor domestic violence count, according to court documents.
Police Responded Early Morning
According to the complaint, police were called on December 26 at about 2:13 a.m.
Officers responded to a reported domestic incident in Grand Forks.
Police spoke with a female victim at the scene, according to court documents.
Victim’s Report to Police
The female reported Scott allegedly put his hands on her neck, documents state.
She also reported Scott allegedly threatened her with a gun.
The complaint says the report led to criminal charges against Scott.
No injuries were listed in the summary provided to TRF News.
More details may come out later in court filings.
Charges Filed
Scott now faces a felony terrorizing charge connected to the domestic case.
He also faces a misdemeanor domestic violence charge, according to documents.
North Dakota law includes a terrorizing offense under the state criminal code.
North Dakota also defines domestic violence in state law.
You can review the assault and threats chapter here: North Dakota Century Code, Chapter 12.1-17.
For general domestic violence law and definitions, see: North Dakota Century Code, Chapter 14-07.1.
What Happens Next
Formal court dates and conditions can be set during early hearings.
Prosecutors must prove the allegations in court.
As with any criminal case, the charges are allegations.
The defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.