High BAC Alleged During Traffic Stop<\/h2>\n
Jesse Richard Hall, 55, of Bagley, is charged with third-degree driving while impaired.<\/p>\n
The charge was filed in Clearwater County District Court.<\/p>\n
Court documents state the alleged incident happened on July 5, 2026.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, authorities received a report of a black Toyota weaving on Highway 2.<\/p>\n
The vehicle was reportedly crossing the center fog line while traveling west toward Bagley.<\/p>\n
The vehicle later stopped on the shoulder of Highway 2 near Shevlin.<\/p>\n
When authorities contacted Hall, he was identified as the driver.<\/p>\n
The complaint states Hall appeared impaired when contacted.<\/p>\n
Officials reported smelling a strong odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle.<\/p>\n
The complaint also states Hall had watery eyes and slow movements.<\/p>\n
His speech was described as unclear and slow during the interaction.<\/p>\n
Breath Test Reported At .28<\/h2>\n
According to court documents, Hall agreed to perform field sobriety testing.<\/p>\n
The complaint states he had trouble maintaining balance after leaving the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Officials reported stopping additional testing because of Hall\u2019s physical condition.<\/p>\n
A preliminary breath test was then administered.<\/p>\n
The complaint states the result was a .28 alcohol concentration.<\/p>\n
Authorities later arrested Hall.<\/p>\n
During a search of the vehicle, an open bottle of vodka was reportedly found.<\/p>\n
The bottle was located under the driver\u2019s seat and had little liquid remaining.<\/p>\n
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Booking photo of Jesse Richard Hall. Image source: Clearwater County records.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\nBlood Sample Submitted For Testing<\/h2>\n
Hall was taken to the Sanford Bagley Emergency Room following the arrest.<\/p>\n
Court documents state a judge approved a warrant for a blood or urine sample.<\/p>\n
Hall agreed to provide a blood sample.<\/p>\n
The sample was collected shortly after midnight by medical staff.<\/p>\n
The blood sample will be analyzed by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension<\/a>.<\/p>\n Based on the reported preliminary breath test result, authorities believe the final BAC could exceed .16.<\/p>\n Third-degree DWI is a gross misdemeanor offense in Minnesota.<\/p>\n If convicted, the charge carries possible penalties of up to 364 days in jail.<\/p>\n It may also include a fine of up to $3,000.<\/p>\n All charges are allegations, and Hall is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n For more Minnesota court and public safety updates, visit TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\nPossible Penalties<\/h2>\n