The case was filed in the Minnesota District Court in Mahnomen County. The court file number is 44-CR-26-294.<\/p>\n
Goodwin, of Detroit Lakes, is charged with gross misdemeanor DWI. He is also charged with misdemeanor driving after revocation.<\/p>\n
The DWI charge alleges he operated a motor vehicle with an alcohol level of 0.08 or higher. Court documents state aggravating factors were also present.<\/p>\n
Traffic Stop Near Ogema<\/h2>\n
According to the complaint, a peace officer was patrolling near Ogema. The officer saw a vehicle cross into Mahnomen County.<\/p>\n
The driver slowed for a curve in the road. The officer reported that the vehicle\u2019s third brake light was not working.<\/p>\n
The officer then made a traffic stop. Goodwin was identified as the driver and the only person inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n
During the stop, the officer reported smelling a strong odor of alcohol. Goodwin was asked how much he had to drink.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, Goodwin said he had not consumed much. He also said his driver\u2019s license was revoked.<\/p>\n
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Todd Charles Goodwin Jr.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\nBreath Test Reported At 0.18<\/h2>\n
The complaint states that Goodwin was asked to perform field sobriety testing. The officer reported signs of impairment during testing.<\/p>\n
Goodwin refused other field tests, according to the complaint. He did agree to a preliminary breath test.<\/p>\n
That test reportedly showed a 0.200 alcohol concentration. Goodwin was then arrested.<\/p>\n
He was taken to the Mahnomen County Sheriff\u2019s Office. There, he was read the Minnesota Breath Test Advisory.<\/p>\n
Goodwin agreed to provide a breath sample. The final DMT breath test result was reported at 0.18.<\/p>\n
Prior DWI Cited In Complaint<\/h2>\n
Court documents say Goodwin has a prior DWI conviction. The complaint lists that conviction under court file number 56-CR-25-2977.<\/p>\n
The complaint states he was convicted on April 21, 2026. It also lists the current offense date as May 24, 2026.<\/p>\n
However, some narrative sections of the complaint reference May 24, 2025. That date conflict appears in the court document.<\/p>\n
The DWI charge carries a maximum sentence of 364 days in jail. It also carries a possible $3,000 fine.<\/p>\n
The driving after revocation charge carries a maximum sentence of 90 days in jail. It also carries a possible $1,000 fine.<\/p>\n
More information on Minnesota DWI law is available through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes<\/a>. Minnesota’s driving after revocation law is listed under Minnesota Statute 171.24<\/a>.<\/p>\n A criminal complaint is not a conviction. Goodwin is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n