{"id":35535,"date":"2026-07-01T09:30:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T14:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=35535"},"modified":"2026-06-28T10:38:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-28T15:38:04","slug":"tenstrike-man-charged-in-ignition-interlock-case","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/tenstrike-man-charged-in-ignition-interlock-case\/","title":{"rendered":"Tenstrike Man Charged in Ignition Interlock Case"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tenstrike Man Charged in Ignition Interlock Case<\/h2>\n

TENSTRIKE, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>)<\/strong> \u2014 A Tenstrike man faces two charges after a February traffic stop on Highway 71.<\/p>\n

Matthew William Ferrell, 39, was charged in Beltrami County District Court. The case includes one gross misdemeanor and one misdemeanor.<\/p>\n

Court records allege Ferrell drove without a required ignition interlock device. He also allegedly lacked proof of active vehicle insurance.<\/p>\n

Highway 71 Traffic Stop<\/h2>\n

The complaint says a Minnesota State Patrol trooper stopped Ferrell around 10:30 p.m. on February 25.<\/p>\n

The vehicle was allegedly traveling 70 mph in a posted 60 mph zone.<\/p>\n

The trooper identified Ferrell as the driver during the roadside stop. A license check reportedly showed an ignition interlock restriction.<\/p>\n

An ignition interlock device tests a driver\u2019s breath before allowing a vehicle to start. Minnesota requires these devices for some restricted drivers.<\/p>\n

Two Charges Filed<\/h2>\n

According to the complaint, Ferrell admitted the vehicle lacked the required device.<\/p>\n

He reportedly said he expected to have the device installed within the next week.<\/p>\n

Ferrell was also unable to provide proof of insurance, the complaint states.<\/p>\n

The first charge alleges a violation of Minnesota Statute 171.09<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The gross misdemeanor carries a maximum sentence of 364 days in jail. It also carries a possible $3,000 fine.<\/p>\n

The second charge involves Minnesota Statute 169.791<\/a>.<\/p>\n

That law requires drivers to provide proof of insurance when requested.<\/p>\n

The misdemeanor carries up to 90 days in jail. It also carries a possible $1,000 fine.<\/p>\n

Case Filed in District Court<\/h2>\n

The case was filed in Minnesota\u2019s Ninth Judicial District. Court documents show that a summons was issued.<\/p>\n

Public court information is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The charges are allegations. Ferrell is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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