Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 30, 2024, Pennington County authorities detained Cory Dembiczak. Dembiczak is charged with the following offenses:
- First-Degree Driving While Impaired (DWI): This charge is pursuant to Minnesota Statute 169A.24.1(2), indicating a prior felony DWI conviction. First-degree DWI is classified as a felony in Minnesota, carrying severe penalties upon conviction.
- Fifth-Degree Controlled Substance Possession: According to Minnesota Statute 152.025.2(1), this charge involves possession of a Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substance, excluding small amounts of marijuana. Conviction can result in imprisonment for up to five years, a fine up to $10,000, or both.
- Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety: Under Minnesota Statute 171.24.5, this gross misdemeanor charge applies to individuals operating a vehicle after their driver’s license has been canceled due to public safety concerns.
Custody Details:
- Physical Description:
- Height: 5’5″
- Weight: 150 lbs
- Hair: Black
- Eyes: Blue
- Bail/Fine Amount: $0.00
- Custody Date: December 30, 2024
- Detention Facility: Pennington County Jail
Court Information:
- Court Branch: District Court
- Case Number: 23500192
- Charges:
- 169A.24.1(2): Traffic – DWI – First-Degree DWI; previous felony DWI conviction (Felony)
- 152.025.2(1): Drugs – 5th Degree – Possess Schedule I, II, III, IV – Not Small Amount Marijuana (Felony)
- 171.24.5: Traffic – Driving after cancellation – inimical to public safety (Gross Misdemeanor)
As of this report, the court date is pending. First-degree DWI and fifth-degree drug possession are serious offenses in Minnesota, potentially leading to significant legal consequences, including imprisonment and substantial fines. Driving after license cancellation further compounds the legal challenges faced by the accused.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me