Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 15, 2025, Justine Louise Stone, born December 5, 1994, was charged with assault in the second degree under Minnesota Statute 609.222, subdivision 1, in Polk County.
Legal Context
According to Minnesota law, assault in the second degree involves assaulting another person with a dangerous weapon. This offense carries a potential sentence of up to seven years in prison, a fine of up to $14,000, or both.
Definition of Dangerous Weapon
Minnesota statutes define a “dangerous weapon” as any object designed as a weapon and capable of producing death or great bodily harm, including firearms and knives. Additionally, any object that, in the manner it is used or intended to be used, is likely to produce death or great bodily harm, can be considered a dangerous weapon.
Potential Penalties
If convicted of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, the penalties may include:
- Imprisonment for up to seven years.
- A fine of up to $14,000.
- Or both imprisonment and a fine.
Case Status
As of January 18, 2025, the case involving Justine Louise Stone is under investigation by the Polk County authorities. No further details have been released to the public at this time.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me