Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 16, 2024, law enforcement officials in Otter Tail County arrested 39-year-old Dennis Nathaniel Lockett. The arrest was made on charges of violating a harassment restraining order, as defined under Minnesota Statute 609.748.6(a).
According to Minnesota law, a violation of a restraining order occurs when an individual knowingly disobeys the terms set forth in the order. Such violations can result in misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, or felony charges, depending on the circumstances and any prior offenses.
In this instance, Lockett’s actions led to his arrest by the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office. Details regarding the specific nature of the violation have not been disclosed. The Otter Tail County Jail, built in 1987 with a capacity of 111 inmates, currently holds Lockett in custody.
Violations of harassment restraining orders are taken seriously in Minnesota. Penalties can range from fines to imprisonment, with increased severity for repeat offenders or those committing more serious infractions.
For more information on harassment restraining orders and associated penalties, refer to Minnesota Statute 609.748.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me