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Bemidji Man Charged After Motorcycle Stop<\/h2>\n

Beltrami County<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 A Bemidji man is facing several charges after a traffic stop involving a motorcycle revealed revoked plates, expired registration, and no insurance, according to a criminal complaint filed in Beltrami County District Court.<\/p>\n

Wallace Owen Arthur, 71, of Bemidji, is charged with gross misdemeanor driving after cancellation, along with several misdemeanor vehicle-related offenses.<\/p>\n

Traffic Stop Leads To Multiple Charges<\/h2>\n

The charges stem from a June 25, 2026, traffic stop in Beltrami County. Court documents state a black Yamaha XV700 motorcycle was observed traveling near Carr Lake Road SE and Washington Avenue.<\/p>\n

The motorcycle displayed a registration sticker that appeared expired. A records check showed the registration had actually expired in February 2016. The license plates were also listed as revoked.<\/p>\n

During the stop, authorities identified the driver as Wallace Owen Arthur. According to the complaint, Arthur told authorities he knew the registration was expired.<\/p>\n

The complaint states Arthur also admitted he did not have a valid driver\u2019s license. He also said the motorcycle did not have insurance coverage.<\/p>\n

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\"WallaceWallace Owen Arthur booking photo<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Charges Filed In Beltrami County Court<\/h2>\n

Arthur faces one gross misdemeanor charge for driving after his license was cancelled as inimical to public safety.<\/p>\n

He also faces misdemeanor charges involving revoked registration plates, displaying another person’s plates, operating an uninsured vehicle, and driving with expired registration.<\/p>\n

The complaint states that Arthur had notice that his driving privileges were cancelled. The document also alleges the motorcycle displayed a registration sticker that appeared altered.<\/p>\n

Investigators reported the sticker had been cut to fit the plate. They also reported it lacked the proper sticker number, which indicated it may have been placed fraudulently.<\/p>\n

Court Proceedings<\/h2>\n

The case was filed in Beltrami County District Court. The charges are allegations, and Arthur is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n

More information about Minnesota court cases can be found through the Minnesota Judicial Branch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n

I’m Adrian Cole, reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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