Roseau County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On December 12, 2024, the Warroad Police Department arrested Darin M. Olimb, age 63. The arrest was based on the following charges:
- Interference with an Emergency Call (Gross Misdemeanor): Olimb is accused of intentionally interrupting or preventing an emergency 911 call, which is a violation under Minnesota Statute § 609.78. This statute classifies such interference as a gross misdemeanor.
- Contempt of Court (Misdemeanor): He faces charges for willful disobedience to the lawful process or other mandates of the court, constituting contempt as defined in Minnesota Statute § 588.20. This offense is categorized as a misdemeanor.
- Domestic Assault (Misdemeanor): Olimb is charged with committing an act with intent to cause fear in another of immediate bodily harm or death, or intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm upon a family or household member. This is outlined in Minnesota Statute § 609.2242, which defines domestic assault as a misdemeanor.
Legal Implications
In Minnesota, interfering with an emergency call is considered a serious offense. According to Minnesota Statute § 609.78, intentionally preventing or hindering another person from placing an emergency call is classified as a gross misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine up to $3,000.
Contempt of court involves actions that disrespect the court’s authority or disrupt its proceedings. Per Minnesota Statute § 588.20, willful disobedience to the lawful process or other mandates of a court is deemed a misdemeanor, which can result in penalties including fines and imprisonment.
Domestic assault charges are addressed under Minnesota Statute § 609.2242. A misdemeanor domestic assault charge can lead to penalties such as imprisonment for up to 90 days and/or a fine up to $1,000. Additionally, a conviction may result in restrictions on firearm possession and other legal consequences.
Next Steps
Following his arrest, Darin M. Olimb will proceed through the legal system, where he will have the opportunity to respond to the charges against him. The court will determine any penalties upon conviction, considering factors such as the severity of the offenses and any prior criminal history.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me