Repeat Offender: Ronan Man Faces Ninth DUI Conviction After Dramatic Seat Swap During Traffic Stop
Ronan, Montana — A local man who has faced multiple DUI charges was found guilty of his ninth offense by a Lake County jury. Michael A. Buck, 57, was convicted in District Court in Polson on August 4, with the jury reaching a decision by the following afternoon. The case stemmed from an incident on February 22, 2024, when law enforcement officers spotted Buck driving a white van in the Pablo area. Officers recognized his passenger as someone wanted on a warrant, which provided probable cause to stop the vehicle. Upon approaching the van, officers … Read more