On January 1, 2025, at 12:01 AM, 33-year-old Bailey Rae Stokke was arrested in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. She faces two misdemeanor charges: domestic assault for committing an act intended to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death, and domestic assault for intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm upon another.
Domestic assault is a district charge from domestic violence.
In Minnesota, domestic assault charges for acts intended to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death are addressed under Minnesota Statute § 609.2242. This offense involves intentionally engaging in conduct aimed at instilling fear in a family or household member that they are in imminent danger of being harmed or killed. Unlike physical assault, this charge focuses on the psychological impact of the defendant’s actions rather than actual physical contact. Common examples include threatening gestures, verbal threats, or brandishing a weapon in a threatening manner.
Consequences:
This offense is typically classified as a misdemeanor, carrying penalties of:
- Jail Time: Up to 90 days.
- Fines: Up to $1,000.
- Probation: Courts may impose probation with conditions such as attending domestic violence counseling, community service, or a no-contact order.
However, if the defendant has prior domestic violence-related convictions within the past 10 years, the charge may be elevated to a gross misdemeanor or even a felony, with significantly harsher penalties, including longer jail or prison sentences and higher fines.
This form of domestic assault, also governed by Minnesota Statute § 609.2242, occurs when a person intentionally causes or attempts to cause physical harm to a family or household member. This charge involves direct physical actions, such as hitting, kicking, or pushing, or any attempt to physically injure the victim. The intent to cause harm is a critical element in proving this offense, whether or not the attempt was successful.
Consequences:
For first-time offenders, this charge is typically a misdemeanor, punishable by:
- Jail Time: Up to 90 days.
- Fines: Up to $1,000.
- Additional Penalties: Mandatory participation in a domestic abuse program, probation, and a no-contact order.
If the defendant has prior convictions for domestic violence or if the assault caused substantial bodily harm, the offense may be charged as a gross misdemeanor or felony, with penalties including:
- Jail or Prison Time: Up to 5 years for felony-level offenses.
- Fines: Up to $10,000.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 01/01/25 City: Crow Wing County, MInnesota Age/YOB: 33
Hair: Blonde Eyes: Blue Weight: Height: Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| Domestic Assault-Misdemeanor-Commits Act to C | $ | |
| Domestic Assault-Misdemeanor-Intentionally In | $ |