Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Michael Rainey is being held in the Beltrami County Jail following DWI-related charges filed in District Court.
According to booking information, Rainey was taken into custody on May 21, 2026. Jail records list him on a hold with a bail or fine amount of $0.00.
Rainey is listed as 6 feet, 4 inches tall and 300 pounds. The jail record lists black hair and brown eyes.
Charges Listed In District Court
The case number listed is 26-007581. Rainey faces three listed charges tied to traffic and driving laws.
One charge alleges DWI for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. That charge is listed as a gross misdemeanor.
A second charge alleges first-degree DWI. The booking entry says the charge involves a previous felony DWI conviction. That charge is listed as a felony.
A third charge alleges a driver’s license restriction violation. The entry says it involves operating a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device. That charge is listed as a misdemeanor.
Michael Rainey booking image.
Case Remains Pending
The court branch listed for the charges is the District Court. No court date was listed in the booking details provided.
Under Minnesota law, DWI cases may involve several charge levels. The level can depend on prior cases and other factors.
Readers can review Minnesota DWI statutes through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes. First-degree DWI law is listed under Minnesota Statute 169A.24.
Information about Minnesota driver licensing is available through Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services.
The charges are allegations. Rainey is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
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