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Based on recent reports from March 2026, Tadan Defoe of Watford City, North Dakota, had the majority of charges dismissed in a poaching case, while still facing charges in other matters.
Poaching Case Charges (March 2026)
Dismissed/No Probable Cause: In a case involving the alleged poaching of 3 bull elk, 1 moose, and 34 deer, a judge found no probable cause for counts 1-2 and 5-15 of the initial 15 Class A misdemeanor charges.
Active Charges: As of late March 2026, Defoe still faced at least two Class A misdemeanor charges in this matter.
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Other Legal Matters
2025 Theft Charges: In September 2025, Tadan Defoe was sentenced to 1.5 years in prison after pleading guilty to eight felony theft charges related to stolen vehicles, trailers, and equipment. As part of that 2025 plea deal, five charges were dropped, including possession and manufacturing of methamphetamine.
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