Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) – Joel Kise Taken into Custody on Multiple Charges
Authorities in Beltrami County have arrested Joel Kise following a series of criminal offenses, including theft, trespassing, and fleeing a peace officer. The arrest occurred on March 7, 2025, and Kise remains in Beltrami County Jail pending a District Court hearing.
Arrest Details:
- Name: Joel Kise
- Height: 6’2″
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Eye Color: Green
- Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00
- Custody Date: 03/07/2025
- Location: Beltrami County Jail
Charge Information:
- Case Number: 25-003819
- Charge 1: Theft (609.52.2(a)(1))
- Description: Taking/using/transferring movable property without consent
- Severity: Gross Misdemeanor
- Charge 2: Trespassing (609.605.1(b)(3))
- Description: Refusing to depart from another’s premises
- Severity: Misdemeanor
- Charge 3: Fleeing a Peace Officer (609.487.6)
- Description: Fleeing law enforcement by a means other than a motor vehicle
- Severity: Petty Misdemeanor
Understanding the Charges
- Theft charges of this nature typically involve unlawfully taking another person’s property without consent, which could result in fines, jail time, and restitution orders.
- Trespassing charges indicate that Kise was allegedly asked to leave a location but refused to comply, escalating the situation into a criminal offense.
- Fleeing a peace officer on foot is considered a petty misdemeanor, but combined with other charges, it can lead to increased penalties.
Kise is currently awaiting his initial court appearance, and further legal action will be determined in the District Court.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
- Theft under Minnesota law (609.52) is categorized by value stolen—higher amounts can escalate charges to felonies.
- Trespassing charges can carry up to 90 days in jail and $1,000 in fines.
- Fleeing a peace officer, even without a vehicle, can lead to probation, fines, or jail time, depending on the case.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing case.