Waubun (trfnews.i234.me) — Alanna Marie Sturdevant, 19, of Moorhead, Minnesota, was sentenced in Becker County District Court after pleading guilty to felony fourth-degree assault on a peace officer, specifically for transferring or throwing bodily fluids. A misdemeanor charge of liquor consumption by a person under 21 was dismissed as part of the plea agreement.
Incident Overview
On April 10, a White Earth police officer responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in Waubun. Upon arrival, the officer observed a male lying in a ditch and Sturdevant seated on the roadside. The male fled the scene, while Sturdevant approached the officer’s vehicle. She exhibited signs of intoxication, including slurred speech and the odor of alcohol, and registered a blood alcohol concentration of 0.22% on a preliminary breath test.
Assault Incident
While detained at the Becker County Jail, Sturdevant, during a routine search, threw a used tampon at a jailer, striking her. This act led to the felony charge of assaulting a peace officer.
Sentencing Details
On March 24, Sturdevant was sentenced to 15 days in the Becker County Jail, with credit for two days already served. She is required to report to the jail by April 11. The court authorized participation in Sentence to Service and Huber Work Release programs. Sturdevant was placed on four years of supervised probation, with successful completion potentially reducing the conviction to a misdemeanor. Conditions of her probation include refraining from possessing or using firearms, ammunition, explosives, drugs, alcohol, or mood-altering chemicals, except for prescribed medications. She was also fined $500 plus $160 in court fees.
Did You Know?
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Fourth-Degree Assault: In Minnesota, fourth-degree assault on a peace officer involves intentionally throwing or transferring bodily fluids or feces at a peace officer, a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine.
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Probationary Conditions: Standard probation conditions often include restrictions on alcohol and drug use, possession of weapons, and adherence to legal statutes, aiming to promote rehabilitation and public safety.
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Alcohol Consumption Laws: In Minnesota, individuals under 21 are prohibited from consuming alcohol. Violations can result in fines, license suspension, and mandatory alcohol education programs.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News