Woman Arrested in Sterling, Charged with DUI and Protection Order Violation

Sterling police logged the arrest of 30 year old Christa Michelle Schrimpscher on November 21, 2025. The arrest occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Avenue, and the public records entry lists charges of driving under the influence, DUI per se, failure to yield after stopping at a stop sign, and violation of a protection order.

The Sterling Police Department public records log provides a brief account of the incident but does not include accompanying accident reports, breath test results, or bond information. Those details are typically recorded in fuller police reports or court filings, which are necessary to establish the sequence of events and the evidence supporting the charges listed in the initial log.

The charge of DUI per se generally refers to an alleged blood alcohol concentration at or above the legal limit at the time of the stop. The additional traffic allegation of failing to yield after stopping at a stop sign signals a potential traffic safety concern, separate from the impaired driving allegation. The listed violation of a protection order indicates an alleged breach of a court issued restriction intended to protect another person, a separate matter that carries its own legal consequences.

For Logan County residents, the combination of charges in a single arrest highlights two intersecting areas of public safety. Roadway safety is affected when motorists are allegedly impaired or do not comply with traffic controls. The enforcement of protection orders is a key element of domestic violence prevention and community protection, and alleged violations can undermine public confidence in the effectiveness of those orders if not addressed promptly and transparently.

The arrest record is an initial public disclosure rather than a comprehensive account of the case. Prosecutors will determine whether to file formal charges based on evidence collected by police, and any arraignment, plea, or trial dates will be reflected in court records. Information about potential injuries, vehicle damage, or whether a breath test was administered was not included in the public log excerpt.

Residents seeking more information can consult Logan County court dockets or request the full police report through public records procedures. The brief entry in the police log underscores the role of public records in informing the community about incidents that affect safety and legal compliance, while also underscoring the need for complete records to understand the facts and legal outcomes of an arrest.