State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury is scheduled to stand trial in Becker County later this month on a first-degree burglary charge. The charge stems from an incident in April 2024, where Mitchell allegedly broke into her stepmother’s home in Detroit Lakes to retrieve personal items belonging to her late father.
Mitchell appeared at a settlement conference on December 31, 2024, but no agreement was reached. Consequently, jury selection is set to begin on January 27, 2025. Additionally, a hearing is scheduled for January 14, coinciding with the first day of the legislative session, during which the judge will consider a request to allow cameras in the courtroom for the trial.
The senator has pleaded not guilty to the charges, asserting that the incident was a misunderstanding related to retrieving sentimental items. Despite calls from both Republican and Democratic colleagues for her resignation, Mitchell has stated she does not intend to step down and continues to serve in her legislative capacity.
As the trial approaches, the situation remains a significant point of discussion within Minnesota’s political landscape, given the potential implications for the balance of power in the state Senate.
Citation: Sidian, Derek. “Jury Selection Set for Minnesota Senator’s Alleged Break-in at Stepmother’s Detroit Lakes Home.” January 2, 2025. Original publication: [Source Name or Link Here]. Information cross-referenced with KSTP News, January 2, 2025.