Beltrami County Woman Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
On December 27, 2024, at midnight, Teressa Alford, a 46-year-old resident of Minnesota, was arrested in Beltrami County on two misdemeanor charges: operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance and second-degree driving while impaired (DWI) with two or more aggravating factors. Alford, born on July 13, 1978, is described as a 5’5” female weighing 200 pounds, with sandy hair and hazel eyes.
Driving under the influence of a controlled substance is a serious offense in Minnesota, as it endangers public safety and carries penalties such as fines, mandatory chemical dependency assessments, potential jail time, and the suspension of driving privileges. The second-degree DWI charge indicates the presence of two or more aggravating factors, which may include a high blood alcohol concentration, prior DWI offenses, or the involvement of a controlled substance. Convictions for second-degree DWI can lead to heightened penalties, including longer license revocation periods, increased fines, and mandatory participation in substance abuse treatment programs.
This arrest adds to Alford’s prior history of impaired driving. On February 7, 2020, she was arrested in Anoka County, Minnesota, on a gross misdemeanor charge of operating a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of 0.08 within two hours. That offense likely contributed to the aggravating factors in her recent case, as prior DWI convictions elevate the severity of subsequent charges.
Alford is expected to face court proceedings in the coming weeks. Authorities in Beltrami County continue to emphasize the importance of responsible driving and compliance with state laws designed to prevent impaired driving incidents. This case underscores the ongoing efforts in Minnesota to hold repeat offenders accountable and protect public safety.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 12/27/24 City: Beltrami County, Minnesota Age/YOB: 46
Hair: Sandy Eyes: Hazel Weight: 200 Height: 5'05" Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| Traffic - DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Controlled Substance | $ | |
| Traffic - DWI - Second-Degree Driving While Impaired; 2 or more Aggravating Factors | $ |