Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man has pleaded not guilty in a Polk County drug case. The case also includes fleeing and impaired driving charges.
Correll Juoquin Wright, 43, waived his omnibus hearing on Tuesday, March 3. He then entered a not guilty plea in court.
Wright faces three felony charges. They include first-degree sale of a controlled substance, first-degree driving while impaired by a Schedule I or II drug, and fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle.
Drug sale allegations
According to court records, the most serious charge is first-degree drug sale. That charge carries a maximum sentence of 30 years.
State sentencing guidelines may call for less time. The range depends on a defendant’s criminal history. More details are available from the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission.
Prosecutors charged Wright in November. They say he sold cocaine to an undercover Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force officer.
The first alleged sale happened on Nov. 4 in Neilsville. Investigators said Wright provided about 19.4 grams of cocaine, including packaging. They said the exchange price was $1,300.
The second alleged sale happened on Nov. 18 in Climax. Investigators said Wright provided about 28.2 grams of cocaine. They said the agreed price was $1,500.
According to the probable cause statement, Wright later disputed that amount. Investigators said he asked for another $600 after the deal.
Traffic stop and arrest
Authorities said officers tried to stop Wright after he left Climax. He was driving south on U.S. Highway 75.
According to the complaint, Wright tried to pass law enforcement vehicles. Officers then blocked his path and used a PIT maneuver.
His vehicle spun and came to rest in a ditch, the complaint said. Wright was then taken into custody.
Authorities also alleged Wright was impaired by a controlled substance. They also said he did not have a valid license because it had been revoked.
What comes next
Wright’s next court appearance is a pre-trial hearing. It is scheduled for 9 a.m. on April 14.
Case information and court updates can be found through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.