Judge revokes Dahl’s bond following arrest

By David Montgomery
Capital Journal staff
Published/Last Modified on Tuesday, Nov 17, 2009 - 02:50:27 am CST

FORT PIERRE — Fort Pierre resident Flint Dahl, facing criminal charges in three different cases that include the alleged abuse of a horse, is in prison for violating the terms of his bond after an arrest last week.

Dahl, 22, is facing new charges of ingesting marijuana, first-offense commercial driving under the influence, driving without a commercial driver’s license and violating his bond by drinking and smoking marijuana.

Because Dahl allegedly violated the conditions of his bond, Stanley County Magistrate Judge Mark Smith revoked Dahl’s bond Monday. Dahl is currently in jail awaiting a Nov. 23 court appearance. The $5,000 cash bond paid by Dahl’s father Dave Dahl will be returned.

The four new charges will join eight other criminal violations Dahl is accused of committing in the past five months.

In a July 5 incident involving a rodeo horse recovered injured outside its pen, Dahl is facing a felony grand theft charge and a misdemeanor charge of inhumane treatment of an animal.

In an Aug. 28 incident, Dahl is charged with threatening law enforcement, obstruction and disorderly conduct in an altercation with a Stanley County Sheriff’s Deputy. All three charges are misdemeanors.

In a Sept. 5 incident where a pickup driven by Dahl struck a utility pole, Dahl is charged with hit-and-run property damage, reckless driving and failure to report an accident.

At his Nov. 23 court date, Judge Smith will reconsider Dahl’s bond. Dahl also will have preliminary hearings for the horse-theft case and the disorderly conduct case, an arraignment for the hit-and-run case and a status hearing for the new case.

The new charges come from an incident on Nov. 13 when a Stanley County Sheriff’s Deputy pulled Dahl over while he was driving a semi-tractor trailer. A breathalyzer test reported a blood alcohol content of .077 percent, under South Dakota’s legal limit of .08 percent. However, a condition of Dahl’s release on bond for the traffic accident case was a ban on consuming alcohol.

Additional charges may be forthcoming from a Nov. 11 highway patrol traffic stop west of Fort Pierre in which Dahl was cited for speeding and not wearing a seat belt. In that incident, highway patrol officers reported smelling marijuana. Dahl claimed he had been at a party where marijuana was being smoked.

Highway patrol officers informed Stanley County Sheriff’s Deputies of this incident. When Dahl was arrested Nov. 13, deputies collected a urine sample from Dahl, which tested positive for THC, an active component of marijuana.

Dahl intends to get an alcohol evaluation, Dahl’s court-appointed defense attorney for all charges except the horse-theft case, Bernie Duffy, said Monday.

Though the trailer Dahl was driving Nov. 13 had farm license plates, the criminal complaint alleges the vehicle is considered commercial because of the number of axles and its weight. Dahl does not have a commercial driver’s license.

Dahl’s attorney for the grand theft and inhumane treatment of animals charges, Rapid City lawyer Patrick Duffy, declined to comment.

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107 comment(s)

To Teacher wrote on Dec 17, 2009 2:25 PM:

" Good for you. You keep an eye on the teacher with the gun and we will keep an eye on Flint. Maybe together we can work on clearing out the riffraff and Ft. Pierre will be a safer place to live and visit. "

teacher wrote on Dec 15, 2009 8:14 AM:

" Where are your priorities a teacher pulls a gun in public and gets less attention than this. Get real and get a life. "

sddodger wrote on Dec 7, 2009 6:14 PM:

" I will first state that I in no ways do I accept the actions of Flint, he will get what he deserves in time. Secondly, I feel terrible for Wendy and everything she went through and is going through, but you must not know alot about rodeo because Wendy is nowhere near the level or caliber of the ladies that compete in Las Vegas, unless she could've amassed around $65,000 in earnings, that would've put her in 15th position. So no she wouldn't be in Vegas this week! "

To Cowboy Up wrote on Dec 7, 2009 12:33 PM:

" In case you haven't seen them on TV, NFR (National Finals Rodeo) has been going on in Vegas. Wendy and Dually should both be out there right now, but they're not. Why? Because of the irresponsible actions of Flint Dahl. Hundreds of thousands if not millions of dollars of future revenue lost. I for one would never forget it if I was Wendy, and I would hope my friends wouldn't forget either. "

to old News wrote on Dec 6, 2009 11:12 AM:

" what do you mean is that all we talk about even after 5 months?????? its all we talk about BECAUSE Mr. Dahl keeps getting into trouble over and over and over, YET the first set of charges arent even taken care of yet. Its kinda funny how he's been staying out of trouble ever since aobut mid November.....oh wait a minute, thats because he's been in JAIL!!!! "

To Cowboy Up wrote on Dec 3, 2009 8:01 AM:

" And was Flint being a "rugged individualist" when he rode and abused a horse that wasn't his? Is that the motto of the Old West that you love so much? Get wasted, steal a horse and mistreat it? "

To Did u See it wrote on Dec 1, 2009 1:52 PM:

" I didn't see it but it still don't mean he shouldn't be charged with inhumane treatment of animals...he DID ride the horse while it was severly injuried and that right there is enough to convict him on those charges! He even admits he did ride the horse injured in the police reports that where on-line!

Now whats your next argument? "

old news wrote on Nov 30, 2009 10:52 PM:

" How can you guys still be talkin about this? is there really nothin else goin on in that town besides something that happend almost five months ago!!! Lingering on the past "

Cowboy Up wrote on Nov 30, 2009 9:41 PM:

" Time for everybody to read "The Oxbow Incident." Seriously. Poor ol' Fort Pierre, once the haunt of rugged individualism. Now it's just a mob. If you don't have time for the book, rent the movie. It might just make you stop and think about how much fun it really isn't to be a part of a mob. "

Frank wrote on Nov 30, 2009 7:24 PM:

" To Did You See It
Dually is a horse. He can't talk. That is why sociopaths start with animals - they can't tell what happened to them. "

Outsider wrote on Nov 30, 2009 1:14 PM:

" I certainly am glad I don't live in the Ft Pierre area. I agree that this young man has definately done some things wrong and should be punished. But, it also seems that he has some real issues that he needs help with. Apparently all you people have never made mistakes in your lives and come from perfect families and perfect homes. So lucky for you. I hope he gets the help he needs and that he is able to turn his life around. "

Dan wrote on Nov 29, 2009 9:30 PM:

" wow he just doesn't need any help making things harder for himself does he, seeing Flint grow up (just a few year older than him) I knew that this was gonna happen, and I'm pretty sure his dad and other did as well, but as long as his dad is willing to bear some of the brunt of flints short commings, flint will be at it again when he gets out. Good for you Flint keep it up so you spend a long time away and your dad can rest "

Been There wrote on Nov 27, 2009 11:55 PM:

" Years ago, I also made a bad choice which resulted in my arrest. A number of GOOD things happened...1) the arrest stopped my illegal activity, 2) my family supported me throughout and helped me by NOT bailing me out (tough love), 3) I received the help I needed while in prison because I WANTED HELP !, 4) I came home as a changed man (for the better). "

DId you see it wrote on Nov 27, 2009 10:44 PM:

" Not saying that what Flint did is ok, BUT did any of you see him "hurt" the horse? Nope, didn;t think so. The facts are the facts and unless someone saw Flint "beat" the horse. Then how do any of us know exactly what happen, Unfourtantley the only people that know that is Flint and Dually. So lets let the the jury do the "accusing" and until there is either a gulity verdict or a gulity plea... MYBO! "

disgusted mother wrote on Nov 26, 2009 5:51 PM:

" All you supporters, He need to take the heat for HIS actions, don't condemn the dad, any of us would support our kid, everyone knows that we all have things to say about Dave, yet I know if I was in his situation I would probably keep bailing my kid out, but come on his so called friends you have more influence that his folks, help him, throw his drugs away, dump his drinks, take his keys. "

You made your bed 2 wrote on Nov 25, 2009 3:25 PM:

" If you are a supporter of Flint, great, he probably needs it. If you are doing the same things that Flint has been doing, then shame on you. Flint knew what kind of trouble he was in and chose to ignore it. I will agree that Dave is going to stand beside his son no matter what, because he is his father. However, Flint obviously needs more help than what Dave can give him. Hopefully he gets that help. I wish him the best, but he has made his own bed and now he has to lyeinit. "

You made your bed wrote on Nov 25, 2009 3:21 PM:

" I used to live in Pierre and I know Flint. I can not say that he is a great guy, or that he is a bad guy. What I can say is that no one is to blame for what Flint has done, other than Flint. He knows what he has done in the past and needs to face the consequences. Flint has had this coming for quite a while. This may be what he needs to change. For those of you who are his 'friends', where have you been? I'm sure right beside him partying with him... "

Agreeing w Brooke wrote on Nov 25, 2009 11:40 AM:

" I think the paper has done enough emotional damage to Flint. Enough is enough, leave the poor guy alone! He will end up 6-foot under because of depression. And there was MORE than just him involved and the authorites know that, but because he has been in trouble lately you all decided to "pick" on him. GROW UP! And Brooke, I know we know each other... Flint will thank us one day =) "

rodeo mom wrote on Nov 25, 2009 12:56 AM:

" the comments that Flint may have read on this blog should not be an excuse to get stoned drunk while on probation. Fort Pierre is a small town with small town gossip. Unfortunately, gossip comes along with making horrible choices....and this among other things are the consequences. Flint can get past this with a good support system, but he must choose to do so first and foremost. I pray for the healing of Dually and Wendy, and I sure hope that Flint gets the help that he needs. "

To Brooke wrote on Nov 24, 2009 4:05 PM:

" Thats funny that people in this town saw him out and about. Also if you seem to know so much on who was involved then why aren't you a witness for him? He chose to drink again so don't blame anyone but him for that. Sticks and stones may break bones but words never hurt anyone. He knows he doesn't have fans so he knew what he would be reading when he chose to look at the comments. Sorry he fell off the wagon but again that was his own choice. Hope he gets the help "

Re Brooke wrote on Nov 24, 2009 4:04 PM:

" If you have so much information regarding the horse incident, why haven't you gone to the authorities and help get your buddy off the hook??? Right, must be hear-say...Also, he shouldn't have had to come online to hear bad comments about him - enough people are talking, he could hear it anywhere. "

Think wrote on Nov 24, 2009 12:26 PM:

" What if this was you child? What if this was you? Would you want to read all of these remarks? Do you people not care who you hurt or how? And people wonder why Pierre is the "Suicide Capital of the World". We all need to stop and think about the family that is involved. I dont agree with the actions that were done, but whats done is done. I have known Filint for about 5 years, he is a good person (when sober). He needs to get jail time, but he also needs to treatment. "

brooke wrote on Nov 24, 2009 8:35 AM:

" Im one of flints supporters and im not scared to put my name down. Leave flint ALONE! he was sober for over a month but than he got on here and read what everyone wrote! you guys should be ashamed of yourselves! get some lives and leave him alone! at least he was man enough to turn him self in unlike the other guy who was involved and did the most damamage!! "

rodeo guy wrote on Nov 23, 2009 3:41 PM:

" i will not judge the fathers actions by his sons..........but i am hard pressed to help contibute to this mans defence fund either...I am truly sorry Mr.Dahl

sincerely cowboy way "

p.jorgenson wrote on Nov 23, 2009 2:05 PM:

" I love how all the flint "supporters" who condone stealing,abuse,DUI,drugs,reckless driving,leaving the scene of a wreck.............ect....cant sign their NAMES? "

forest gump wrote on Nov 23, 2009 12:38 PM:

" stupid is what stupid does "

Candy wrote on Nov 23, 2009 10:20 AM:

" To hahaha - The punishment of the defendant is important to me. I will keep following this story. It is very important to me that the defendant is locked up in prison - more specifically - the State Pen. He is a habitual offender. "

again wrote on Nov 23, 2009 8:58 AM:

" Nothin better to do this guy below me just proved my point! "

conscience wrote on Nov 22, 2009 5:09 PM:

" When I was 21 I made a mistake and got a DWI. I did not drink again for six months. Not because the judge told me not to, but because I had remorse. This man has no remorse and that tells the tale. "

stupified in stanley county wrote on Nov 22, 2009 4:53 PM:

" Some folks never know when to put down the beer and/or the bong.
I will not judge this kid but i can say he has made a string of bad decisions over the last 6 months and he should go to prison to re-evaluate his priorities. "

concerned wrote on Nov 22, 2009 2:48 PM:

" To hahaha: Flint isn't rockin' now, unless it's the ' jailhouse rock'!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL He is exactly where he should have been ever since the morn of July 5, 2009! And I do know the Dahl's. Before he causes himself or someone else harm, he should stay inside jail or prison. He needs serious mental/drug treatment to deal with his issues and attitude. And, what I do with my own time is my business! "

not mob either wrote on Nov 21, 2009 8:06 AM:

" I too, as a kid did not have money to the equiptment I needed to rodeo. Dave said take it and pay as you can. He did this more than once for me and for lots of others that I know of. So, if you don't know Dave Dahl, and you apparently don't, DO NOT trash talk him on here. He is a great guy and the sport of rodeo is alot better because of Dave Dahl. Leave him out of it! "

speedbuggy wrote on Nov 21, 2009 5:05 AM:

" People that live in glass homes should not throw rocks or make stupid comments. As the Lord our Creator would say, Let ye who has not sinned cast the first stone, so what this means is that everyone should look into the past and maybe join Flint in front of the Judge to admit all their wrongdoings of the past. I'm sure the jail system would be quite full. "

hmmm wrote on Nov 20, 2009 10:58 PM:

" "you rock man" ??? Seriously? "

To Not Part of the Mob wrote on Nov 20, 2009 9:37 PM:

" Sometimes a parent NEEDS to let their kid suffer. That's the only way we grow up. If Flint's parents aren't willing to have Flint suffer the consequences, they aren't fit parents. Believe me, if MY kid did something this stupid THIS MANY times, he/she would hav ebeen sitting in jail the whole time. "

RE Hahaha wrote on Nov 20, 2009 7:16 PM:

" yeah flint rocks by getting into trouble and don't forget his dad rocks too !! Cuz he's there to bail him out.Let Flint stand on his own 2 feet & not bail him out & see how long he ROCKS !!! Tough love is the hardest thing to do, I know been there done that !! I bailed my kid out once,not the second time did she/ he learn anyting ? no police knocking on my door anymore !!! "

Rocky wrote on Nov 20, 2009 7:13 PM:

" You country bumpkins in Pierre really get off on kicking things around. You rubes will discuss this till Hades freezes over. Get lifes over there! "

Another Mom wrote on Nov 20, 2009 6:14 PM:

" What a sad world when you peple decided to be juddge and jury and now you are verbal abusers. For shame. Why are you kicking this young man when he is down and attacking his family.Remember what goes around comes around. How would you feel if this was your son or family member. Our prayers are with Flint and his Family who obviously love him unconditionally. Thank God for their love and support. "

To Hahaha wrote on Nov 20, 2009 4:02 PM:

" Oh, yeah, dude, Flint....you rock! Are you really that dumb or just don't care how you sound? Flint is a drunk and hopefully, they put him away BEFORE he KILLS someone. If he is such a friend, why don't you try to talk some semse into him instead of boltering up his swaggering attitude? I hope that the ones who are standing behind him will be there when the next charge is MANSLAUGHTER when he kills someone driving DRUNK. "

to Oh My wrote on Nov 20, 2009 1:27 PM:

" Just FYI, people go to jail for animal abuse as well. Plus what he did to that horse was horrible. An animal like that doesn't deserve to be treated in such a manner like that. Just think if that was actually a person? Obviously a little jail time would help him with his problems. "

concerned citizen wrote on Nov 20, 2009 9:56 AM:

" If you are going to dance, you have to pay the fiddler! Flint chose to "dance" and it is now time for Flint to pay the fiddler. It is his responsibility, not his parent's. "

Get it right wrote on Nov 19, 2009 10:40 PM:

" He wasn't driving a semi. He was driving a truck and trailer that had the weight and axles of a semi. Not an actually semi. People on here are quick to judge...I guess you are all perfect and made mistakes...stupid mistakes. Flint is a good person mixed up in the wrong crowd. He would never hurt anyone and he is not a "beater" trust me I know "

LayOffDave wrote on Nov 19, 2009 10:36 PM:

" Lay off of Dave. He is a good man. He isn't the one causing all this mess. Yah he helped his son out. To me that is being a good parent. Yes Flint is messing up BIG time, yes he needs to pay for what he has done as far as drugs and alchol but the dually thing won't go far mark my words. But to say Dave is a bad guy because Flint has made mistakes is wrong. He doesn't choose the path Flint takes he is trying to help him get on the right path. Getoveritpeople "

dahawg wrote on Nov 19, 2009 6:56 PM:

" I guess I agree with HaHaHa. Flint, you rock dude!!!!!!!! "

Hahaha wrote on Nov 19, 2009 5:53 PM:

" I cant believe you guys have nothin better to do with your day then sit on internet and talk about someone you dont even know. Flint you rock man! dont listen to these fools they jus have nothin better to do "

mark wrote on Nov 19, 2009 5:37 PM:

" I did not know he was driving a semi drunk. Sorry that is dangerous. "

concerned wrote on Nov 19, 2009 4:34 PM:

" I am truely ashamed of everyone including myself for making judgements against other people. If you are nor directly affected by this then we should all just but out. God is the only true judge and Flint has a good heart. He will get passed all of his mistakes. He was not the only person involved with the horse theft. Why doesn't his so called friends cowboy up and admit the truth. "

Oh My wrote on Nov 19, 2009 2:27 PM:

" This is directed to Mark. One, He stole as in Grand theft. Two, You don't want him to serve prison time for injuring a horse because prison is for people who endanger people? What part of continually DRIVING DRUNK & DRUGGED don't you understand? He has more serious problems than "just" injuring an animal. Hopefully, your family member is not in his way if he is released to drive drunk AGAIN in a semi !! "

Not Part of the Mob wrote on Nov 19, 2009 11:37 AM:

" Dave Dahl is a good man. He once sold me a saddle and let me make small payments every month untiil it was paid off at a time when I did not have 2 nickels to rub together. It is easy for all of you to attack him, call him a bad parent, say that he needs to let his kid swing in the wind...But it is hard as a parent to see your child suffer. Even if it is due to his own actions. "

gramma wrote on Nov 19, 2009 8:37 AM:

" It may be true that his dad bought him out of a lot of things, but so many other parents do this every day too. Not spending $ in Dahl's store will NOT make any of this go away. DAD is not the person that caused the damages or is any kind of trouble. It's his ADULT SON that will be in front of the judge. Hopefully, some day this ADULT will learn from past actions. "

To Mark wrote on Nov 19, 2009 8:31 AM:

" He should go to jail for endangerment to the community. I think he should be punished for what he did to the horse and everything he has done since that incident. He has put himself at risk and others when he is driving,drinking, drugging so you have to see that as a danger sign. He needs help but he also has to get his punishment for breaking the law. He is the one choosing to continue bad habits when he was release knowing they would be watching him. That is just lack of judgement on by him & him only! "

To ridiculous wrote on Nov 19, 2009 8:17 AM:

" Well said ridiculous. I was one of those kids who got in some trouble growing up. This Kid needs to do some time for his crime, But he will need the support of everyone to become a good citizen like he will wants to be Some day, and everyone should what for him. Have a heart peolple. Don't kick a person when their down. Mental abuse is the same as physical abuse, It just dosn't leave a scare or does it. Thank you for reading this. Happy Holidays to you all. "

Wow wrote on Nov 19, 2009 7:57 AM:

" It's obvious that anyone dense enough to smoke dope and drink while out on bond NEEDS to be in jail. Another newsgroup quoted Judge Smith "it was best that Dahl stay in jail so he doesn’t get into any further trouble before next week." The people lambasting the system for being too hard on little Flint should be THANKFUL they're protecting him from himself. And to all the people saying what he did is no worse that what we did as youths: If we hads been caught, we woudl have had to pay the price. Enough said. "

Local Cowboy wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:46 PM:

" Oh Mr. Mark. The pen is th only place this little boy should go. He is a drain on society and I have no porblem giving a few extra tax bucks to have him locked up. He is flipping his middle finger to the law over and over and over and over. Its enough. LOCK HIM UP "

ray wrote on Nov 18, 2009 9:56 PM:

" it is time to pay the piper young mr dahl,we all have problems some deal with them in differant ways,you seem to chose drugs@booze,maybe in prison you will seek help.but you are a danger to others and perhaps yourself,,, "

T wrote on Nov 18, 2009 9:51 PM:

" To Cowboy Up - were there not witnesses that saw him on the horse?
Everyone lives in glass houses and are so quick to condemn people, but as you stated, stick with the facts. He is 22 years old and as sad as it is, he actions have hurt not only him but his family. That's a fact. "

A Kid Is A Kid wrote on Nov 18, 2009 8:50 PM:

" 22 is an adult -- a young adult but still an adult. With adult choices -- not the parents. It isn't fair to blame the parents -- can any parents control a 22 year old? It seems after the age of 16 a parent has lost control -- you just hope to God they make good choices and sometimes they don't. Please don't lynch the parents - this is more than likely eating them alive. "

No Dog in the Fight wrote on Nov 18, 2009 8:20 PM:

" If I lived in SD I would be so ashamed of my community. Ther are many more important thing to deal with than this. Leave the family alone. A parent loves his children unconditionally this doesn't mean they like or approve of the behavior but that they are there for them. Haven't you or your family ever made a mistake. Get real to critize what a person wears is sicke. Before you cast stones think of how you make SD sound. What a bunch of hicks. "

mark wrote on Nov 18, 2009 6:47 PM:

" I don't want to pay for this kid to be in prison over a horse. Obviosly he needs to examine the choices he's making, but prison is for people who are a threat to others not horses. How would some you fare if you were judged today? I don't know this guy, but this d##n horse has gotten more press than when a human being is killed. Pay restitution for the damages to the horse and take what you got comming for the DUI. You people talking about the Pen for this are nuts! "

ME wrote on Nov 18, 2009 4:03 PM:

" Just sounds like a kid who probably has a small alcohol problem. Yes, he's kinda mouthy, etc. But, he is young and probably in need of some counseling from some trauma is life, prehaps growing up, etc? "

another Mom wrote on Nov 18, 2009 3:10 PM:

" Ok Let's set this straight....Flint doesn't seem to card about animals or people. He hurt an animal, and not he is giving the worst kind of hurt to this parents....THis is an adult....22 is an adult...Stop hurting the ones that love you and own up to your faults and start growing up.....Mom and Dad it's time for HARD LOVE....Make him grow up it's not your fault... "

one more shot... wrote on Nov 18, 2009 1:29 PM:

" Why don't we give the poor kid a chance. He hasn't done anything more than probably anyone making one of these posts. Everyone makes mistakes. Innocent until proven guilty "

Cowboy Up wrote on Nov 18, 2009 1:22 PM:

" In this age of Google Earth, Flint Dahl has had every action, every misstep placed under the magnifying glass so that ignorant folks could rise up in rage (about something that is nearly none of their business) about him, his Dad, his lawyer, everything. His missteps are matched by the children of many posters, but they'll never admit that and their kids have yet to be caught.
The fact remains: he never stole a horse and he never inhumanely treated a horse. Live with it. It's reality. "

GoodJobFlint wrote on Nov 18, 2009 12:34 PM:

" You had many people backing you through the Dually thing and all you had to do was stay clean. You had a lot of supporters that were willing to stand up for you and you pull this? I still back Flint on the Dually case but Flint you need help guy. Wake up before it's to late. Go to court and take it as it comes but make the best out of it for yourself. Live out your dreams don't throw them away for drugs and booze. Good luck Flint. "

To A MOM wrote on Nov 18, 2009 12:08 PM:

" Keep your Dimes to yourself... Thats how you end up with alot of them. "

west_river wrote on Nov 18, 2009 11:49 AM:

" I think that this kid is a lost cause. He apparently didn't learn the first couple times he was arrested. Either that or he just doesn't care. This monster is not going to get any better and has no regards to people/animals at all. How many times can one person break the law in a short amount of time before they give up and throw the book at him? I have noticed all of his supporters from the past have gone silent this time around too. Hmm...... "

A Mother wrote on Nov 18, 2009 11:49 AM:

" I know Flint's mom and she is a really good person. I don't know his father and by the way things are going for him, I wouldn't want to know him either! He needs to step back and let Flint take responsibilty for his own actions! "

beg to differ continued wrote on Nov 18, 2009 11:08 AM:

" now you must decide what to do, how you are going to behave, which consequence you want to live with. We have no Idea how Flint has been raised. His parents don't deserve to be trashed in the paper. This is Flint and Flint choices. Leave the parents out of it. "

beg to differ wrote on Nov 18, 2009 11:06 AM:

" I beg to differ. At some point you people reallllllllly need to quit blaming the parents. Not only this post other posts as well. I do not know the Dahls. However I do know myself. I'm there in my childrens lives, I quide, I suggest, I snoop, I intercede, I'm invovlved, I ground, I give speeches, I try to live by example. But I can tell you right now. My children have not always made the right choice. At some time it boils down to you've been give the tools "

bjs wrote on Nov 18, 2009 8:28 AM:

" lets hope this young man gets the help he really needs. An he an his family can find out what the trouble is an he learns something. This just is not a way to live. And its time to grow up. But sad to say this seems to be the norm for kids now days. Very sad for all who are involved. "

Jen wrote on Nov 18, 2009 8:02 AM:

" I see several of these comments refer to Flint Dahl as a "kid". Let's keep in mind that he is 22-years-old. He is an adult. As an adult, he needs to be held responsible for his actions. Lets get the idea of him being a kid out of peoples opinions so he receives the punishment he deserves. "

to a mom wrote on Nov 18, 2009 7:41 AM:

" There are enough of us with NICKL:ES that will go to Daves shop and spend our money. Dave is a great guy and this is not really about him, only his son. Get over it. Dave has been good to alot of people. "

resident wrote on Nov 18, 2009 6:31 AM:

" I see many references to 'boy' and 'kid' and 'daddy'. This is a 22 year old ADULT. It's no longer daddy's problem, no matter the past, so put the blame where it belongs. By blaming his parent's you're giving him the same excuse! Put the blame for lack of responsiblity on the ADULT who can't seem to grow up. "

Local Cowboy wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:54 PM:

" Strike one, strike two, strike three....yeeer OUT. Not strike four. Hmmmm, locals are not going to put up with this guy on OUR streets. Put him away. NOW "

too bad wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:25 PM:

" There are quite a few young people like this. I think its a sad example of how kids turn out when parents don't take time to be parents. I know other parents who weren't there when the kids were growing up, but they bought off their guilt by throwing money at the kid and buying off the problems that came with along. They've also had kids that are in and out of jail and re-hab. I think jail might be the saving grace for some of them. "

okay wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:22 PM:

" Hmm....seems there are a lot of people who are judges and God in these posts. Certainly, everyone can see this young man has made some serious mistakes and will obviously have to pay for them. However, there is a very sad, lynch mob mentality here. Do you really think verbally attacking his family for his mistakes is rational? Just stop and think that everyone sins and has the potential to do wrong. Maybe his wrong is different than yours, but not for us to decide is it? "

enough about Flint wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:17 PM:

" Ok Dahl has done enough damage to himself, probably no need to pile on anymore. There are some others getting away with to much when it comes to the dually issue. It seems that Dahl has stolen the spotlight and helped them quite a bit. It would be good to turn some attention to knowing exactly who and how much involvement. Might not be able to bring charges but the public needs to know who is who. Like shining a light on some rats. "

lakotarancher wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:55 PM:

" dahl is on 1 way track to big house. better put him away before he kills someone . he's had more chances than 99.9999% of the worlds population. quit mollcoddling this bad seed. protect society from this disturbed manchild. "

RE Nice wrote on Nov 17, 2009 5:15 PM:

" Sure he'll be dressed better...dressed in stripes, cuffs, and shackles. Perhaps that will be his dress code for awhile...a long while!! I can't wait for the press release Monday afternoon. "

To a mom wrote on Nov 17, 2009 4:23 PM:

" Just a thought to you, if you do something horrible do you think it should damage your childrens future. Or if they do something stupid do you think you should have to pay for it. You don't know what happens behind closed doors so don't criticize for something you know nothing about. This isn't an article about Dave's shop and where a person should or shouldn't spend money. Make your comments pertain to the subject at hand! "

ridiculous wrote on Nov 17, 2009 4:18 PM:

" Enough with blaming where is that getting anyone. We don't care what kind of money anyone makes and if you don't want to be around the Dahl's than keep it to yourselves. Its people like you who give this town a bad reputation for rumors. I hope justice is served and I hope Flint gets the time he deserves but also the help he needs. I am not a fan of his but I do see that he needs some sort of help and guidance. Hypocrites, if you or someone in your family has made mistakes your being a hypocrite! "

Another WOW wrote on Nov 17, 2009 4:14 PM:

" I am getting weary of people getting into trouble and blaming alcohol. Similar to embezzlers all have gambling problems. No accountability. "

OMG wrote on Nov 17, 2009 3:44 PM:

" This additional charges are proof that he does not want to help himself! How stupid can you get - Drinking and drugging when you know law enforcement is watching your every move??! And verbally abusing the cops when you do get stopped?! Psh, what a winner. You can fix ugly but you can't fix stupid! Keep him locked up for all of society's safety; he will kill someone eventually. "

a mom wrote on Nov 17, 2009 2:37 PM:

" as a parent I am disgusted by his fathers behavior!!! I nor ANY OF my family will ever spend a dime at daddy dahls EVER AGAIN..............AND WE HAVE ALOT OF DIMES "

Animal Lover wrote on Nov 17, 2009 2:14 PM:

" My feelings about Flint have changed from outrage to outrage and sadness. Not only are Dually and Dually's owner in my prayers but Flint and his family as well. Sounds like Flint has some wounds that can't be seen and he needs some help too. Maybe that help will be jail...but I pray he gets some sort of help before it's too late. "

Nan Purell wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:50 AM:

" To all of Dahl's supporters: I'm sure this is a great fella, he is just misunderstood. LOCK him up and throw away the key!! "

OH MY wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:49 AM:

" WOW!! It doesnt end for this kid! One thing about it, with all that he has done, he its not IF he goes to jail it WHEN, and HOW LONG!! This kid has issues! One way or another justice will be served! "

Good call wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:36 AM:

" This Kid just doen't get it. Maybe a little quiet time will help him. "

Wow wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:32 AM:

" Was your hole not deep enought flint? "

jeff wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:29 AM:

" This guy needs to dry out and spend a few years in the Pen to maybe change his ways. Also, daddy needs to back off, he is 22 years old, he needs to answer to his behavior. Just because he has a drinking problem, doesn't give him the right to break the law and Ft. Pierre residents need to hold authorities to be accountable to the abused horse. "

citizen wrote on Nov 17, 2009 11:22 AM:

" Just more charges to add to the list. This guy needs to be stopped. I don't care if you know him or not, he is a danger to others. "

wow wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:59 AM:

" When is this kid going to learn? I am glad to hear that he is sittting in jail. This kid is only hanging himself. "

CPH wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:51 AM:

" Wow, this is unreal. He, nor his cohorts are the type people that will never "get it". Doesn't this make it obvious that he thinks he is untouchable, above the law, and Daddy will buy him out of whatever trouble he gets in?! He belongs in the Pen with some serious time along with counseling. Then when he's freed he will need a guardian that will be tough on him for a long long time to make sure he remembers how to behave. "

FYI wrote on Nov 17, 2009 10:32 AM:

" just an FYI, the even though the SD blood alcohol llimit is .08, if you are in a commercial vehicle, that maximum alcohol content is .04. So, in essence, Flint would technically be almost TWO times over the legal limit allowed. As for the "party" he was supposedly at that "others" were smoking - Flint, heres some advice - you knew you were in trouble before and knew what you should or shouldnt be doing - or what/what not to be around. No less, you should know better! The U.A. will tell ifyouwereingestingornot....betterplanonjailtimebuddy!!! "

observation wrote on Nov 17, 2009 9:58 AM:

" does everyone seriously see a distinct pattern here with this fella??? I sure do....and thats only for the stuff done within the last 5 months. I think it would be wise for him to do the right thing - plead guilty to the stuff and save the taxpayers money because they'll just take care of the verdict anyway in the end... "

Boo-Hoo wrote on Nov 17, 2009 9:57 AM:

" Poor little Flint has an alcohol problem! So what? Does that excuse his endangering innocent lives by driving drunk or stealing and abusing an anilmal. I think NOT! Lock him up and throw away the key for a good long time. That will help his "alcohol" problem. Maybe, if Daddy would have quit bailing him out of trouble, he would have had the treatment he needed. I have no sympathy for him. "

watcher wrote on Nov 17, 2009 9:40 AM:

" This guy is a mess!! It's past the point of blameing his parents. Sure, they were the root cause. But!! If he looks at one hand, "is this legal"?? At the other hand, "I'm doin it anyway"!! Theres a big psych issue, to be addressed. Taking something without permission, and damaging it, is wrong. But I don't think you'll be able to fix stupid.. "

enough wrote on Nov 17, 2009 9:06 AM:

" What a winner! "

WTF... wrote on Nov 17, 2009 9:01 AM:

" When is this kid going to learn? This is getting ridiculous. Apparently he needs alot more help than anyone in this area can give him so why not send him off for good and get him out of this community. Enuf is enuf and daddy can't get him out this time. Maybe a little tough love is in store. Make him fend for himself and learn the hard way like he should have many many years ago. Life ain't all peaches and cream anymore is it?!? "

Dave wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:35 AM:

" I'd love to hear from all his supporters that are saying he has changed his ways and gave up drinking now. The man is facing criminal charges in three seperate cases, and then gets caught drinking and doing drugs. Seems that this boy just can't stay out of trouble and it may be best for everyone if he's put away for a bit. It would certainly be safer for all of us knowing he's not out there driving drunk again. "

Concerned Citizen wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:30 AM:

" Thanks to Judge Brown for Helping this young man by revoking his bond and putting him back in Jail, we are safe. He has lots of issues and needs lots of help which he himself was not willing to get, stop drinking and he goes out and partys, thats one example of not wanting to help yourself, so he is better off where he is until he goes to the big house. "

geez wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:12 AM:

" Does the kid not have a single brain cell in his head? For Pete's sakes, mind your P's and Q's when you know they're watching you already... "

nice wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:05 AM:

" hey dahl.. try dressing a little nicer to court this time. "

Outsider wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:02 AM:

" Heh, I can't wait for Dahl's friends to come in claiming he is just a poor, misunderstood young man who just needs someone to hold his hand and it will all be ok. "

Wow wrote on Nov 17, 2009 7:49 AM:

" This guy just won't learn will he? No wonder his attorney declined to comment. If I was his old man, and forked out that kind of $ to bail him out, he'd be under house arrest until he straightened out.

It's very obvious that he needs to sit his butt in jail for a very long time. Nothing else seems to be working. "

Concerned wrote on Nov 17, 2009 7:30 AM:

" Okay, so now are we going to wait until this guy kills someone before he is kept in jail until his trial?
To be out driving a semi while under the influence, judges wake up, he has a very bad problem and is not learning anything while being out on bond.
This is so sad to think he could be drinking, high or whatever and run over an innocent family,child, or whoever.
Please do him and the community a favor and keep him locked up till his trial. "

Good Job wrote on Nov 17, 2009 6:30 AM:

" Good Job Flint on yet another example of how good a citizen you are. I hope this is the last incident you are able to accomplish. This incident, with the combination of all the others, will probably be your ticket to the State Pen. Enjoy your time, it'll do you some good. "

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