Beltrami County, MN – Malayza Lydell, 5’5″ tall and weighing 160 pounds, was arrested on February 25, 2025, and booked into Beltrami County Jail on a felony drug possession charge.
Lydell has been charged under Minnesota Statute 152.023.2(a)(1) for third-degree possession of 10 grams or more of a narcotic drug other than heroin or fentanyl. This charge is classified as a felony (F) under Minnesota law.
Legal Consequences of Third-Degree Drug Possession
- Felony third-degree drug possession carries severe penalties, including up to 20 years in prison, fines up to $250,000, and a permanent criminal record.
- Minnesota law strictly enforces drug possession penalties, particularly for narcotics classified as Schedule I or II substances.
- If convicted, Lydell may face mandatory drug treatment, probation, and supervised release conditions.
Current Case Status
Lydell remains in custody with no bail set ($0.00) at Beltrami County Jail, and her court date in District Court is pending. Additional case details, including whether further charges will be filed or if a plea agreement is possible, will be determined in the coming days.
Law enforcement officials continue to crack down on illegal drug possession and distribution, emphasizing the need for public awareness regarding the dangers of narcotics use and trafficking.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me