Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 22, 2025, authorities in Polk County arrested Kayley Roxana Marie Tinkler, born on June 25, 1992, for allegedly escaping from custody while on provisional discharge, a felony offense under Minnesota Statute 609.485.2(6). This statute criminalizes the act of escaping while on pass status or provisional discharge as outlined in section 253B.18 or chapter 253D.
The specific circumstances leading to Tinkler’s arrest have not been disclosed. However, under Minnesota law, escaping from custody can result in severe legal consequences. If convicted, penalties may include imprisonment of up to five years, a fine of up to $10,000, or both, depending on the nature of the original custody and the circumstances of the escape.
This incident underscores the serious legal implications of violating the terms of provisional discharge or pass status. Individuals granted such privileges are reminded to adhere strictly to their conditions to avoid further legal complications.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me