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Court newsDodge County
The following cases were heard in Dodge County District Court the week of Feb. 18 with Judge Debra Groehler presiding:
Edgar A. Lemus, 28, Fairmont, previously appeared and was convicted of felony identity theft. He was sentenced to $580, 4 days in county jail, no possession...
Question: I was recently the victim of identity theft. My driver’s license was among the items stolen. I am concerned that this person will use my identification to drive, among other things. What can I do in regards to my license?
Answer: I am sorry to hear about your situation. This is not my...
Question: I have noticed cars that can’t be seen in the day when they fail to turn on their lights on during the recent fog. Can you please explain how dangerous it can be and what the law is that covers this?
Answer: Minnesota law states that every vehicle on a roadway shall display lighted...
Oscar Julio Blas Tadeo – contempt of court - $10,000 bail
Oscar Michael Trevino – probation violation – body only
Kelly Lee Turner – probation violation – body only
Courtney Agnes Vondersitt – FTA-pre-trial – body only
Brandon Lee Yennie – contempt of court – body only
David Emil Yost – probation...
Court newsDodge County
The following gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors and petty misdemeanors were heard in Dodge County District Court the week of Jan. 21 — 28:
Dodge CountySheriff’s Office
Rachel M. Anderson, 30, Hayfield, parking violation, $32; Spencer D. Bradford, 16, Mantorville, speeding, $...
A crash between two semi-trailers resulted in one driver being injured Saturday morning in Steele County.
The crash happened on Highway 14 near 84th Avenue in Havana Township. The State Patrol reported a Volvo tractor with van trailer crashed into another Volvo tractor with a tanker trailer while...
Sebastion Zepeda Gamez – FTA-arraignment – $750 bail
Octavio Garcia – damage to property – $300 bail
David Earl Gaskins – FTA-review hearing – body only
Cooper John Gaudiosi – FTA-first appearance – $5,000 bail
Marcus Lee Greene – FTA-arraignment – $500 bail
December Lee Gonzalez – probation...
Court newsDodge County
The following case was heard in Dodge County District Court the week of Dec. 3 with Judge Debra A. Groehler presiding:
Jessica A. McKee, 47, Kasson, previously appeared and was convicted of felony DWI. She was sentenced to $1,080, 225 days in county jail, no possession of...
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Christmas Party Tuesday,Dec. 4 For Lady Golfers
The Zumbro Valley Ladies Golf Club will hold their annual Christman dinner and party at the club house on Tuesday evening, December 4. Dinner will be served at 7:30 with a choice of three...
Question: I read your recent article about winter travel safety. Can you talk more in depth about what a person should have in their vehicle?
Answer: Great topic to expand on. During the winter months, being prepared becomes even more important. Things happen: Crashes, stalled vehicles, being on...