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Man Arrested for DUI After Driving to Sheriff's Office

2/19/2026

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A 25-year-old Montana man was arrested for aggravated driving under the influence (DUI) after driving to the sheriff's office intoxicated to pay an open container fine.
Sheriff Rico Barkell observed intoxication and confirmed he drove.
He claimed two drinks and marijuana, but a breath test showed he was three times over the limit.
He was charged with aggravated DUI and open container, and the sheriff's office urged using alternative transportation.

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Story summary

A 25-year-old Montana man was arrested for aggravated driving under the influence (DUI) after driving to the sheriff's office intoxicated to pay an open container fine.
Sheriff Rico Barkell observed intoxication and confirmed he drove.
He claimed two drinks and marijuana, but a breath test showed he was three times over the limit.
He was charged with aggravated DUI and open container, and the sheriff's office urged using alternative transportation.