Bemidji: Carla Martin Booked on Drug Charge
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) — Carla Martin was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on August 31, 2026.
Jail records list a fifth-degree controlled substance possession charge.
The booking record classifies the listed offense as a felony.
The charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 152.025, subdivision 2(a)(1).
The jail record lists case number 26014146.
Drug Possession Charge Listed
Minnesota law covers fifth-degree controlled substance crimes under Section 152.025.
The cited provision covers possession of certain Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substances.
The provision does not include cannabis flower and several legal cannabis or hemp products.
It can also cover residual controlled substances found in drug paraphernalia.
The booking record does not identify the substance allegedly involved.
Carla Martin booking photo — Beltrami County Jail
It also does not list the alleged amount.
No information was provided about where the alleged possession occurred.
The jail record does not describe the circumstances leading to Martin’s booking.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 152.025 through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
Penalty Can Depend on Case Details
The jail entry classifies Martin’s listed offense as a felony.
However, Minnesota law provides a gross-misdemeanor penalty in certain limited cases.
That provision can apply to small amounts when specific conditions are met.
Prior controlled substance convictions can also affect how the law applies.
The booking information does not provide enough details to determine whether that exception applies.
The court record will determine the final charge level and case outcome.
Booked in Bemidji
The Beltrami County Adult Detention Facility is located in Bemidji.
Martin’s custody date is listed as August 31.
The booking entry shows a bail or fine amount of $0.00.
District Court is listed as the court branch.
No court date was included in the information provided.
Readers can check the Beltrami County Inmate Search for updated custody information.
Charge Remains an Allegation
A jail booking does not establish guilt.
The charge against Martin remains an allegation unless proven or admitted in court.
Future filings may identify the substance and alleged amount involved.
They may also provide hearing dates and updated release conditions.
Charges can be amended, dismissed, or resolved during court proceedings.
Martin is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Daniel Mercer reporting for northwestmnnow.com.
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