Man Who Kicked Officer Charged With 8th OWI

A Rice Lake man is facing upwards of a $25,000 fine, not more than 12 years and 6 months in prison, or both if convicted of his 8th operating while intoxicated charge. Records show Simon Kvezevic, 60, was released on a $250 cash bond after appearing at a January 25 initial appearance on a charge of OWI (7th, 8th or 9th offense). A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for February 9, 2021. SEE COMPLETE STORY IN THE TIMES OR READ ONLINE WITH PAID SUBSCRIPTION.