Marinette Woman Convicted in Meth Trafficking Bust

Maya Lindsay pleaded no contest to conspiracy to deliver over 50 grams of methamphetamine

Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:36pm

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A 24-year-old Marinette woman named Maya Lindsay has pleaded no contest to conspiring to deliver more than 50 grams of methamphetamine in Marinette County, Wisconsin. Lindsay is the second of 10 suspects to be convicted following a months-long investigation into a methamphetamine drug trafficking organization that resulted in the seizure of over 400 grams of meth, two firearms, and other drugs.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing battle against the methamphetamine epidemic in rural Wisconsin communities, where drug trafficking organizations have been exploiting vulnerabilities and bringing large quantities of the highly addictive and dangerous drug into the region. The investigation and arrests aim to disrupt the supply chain and send a strong message about the consequences of involvement in the meth trade.

The details

As part of the investigation, law enforcement executed seven search warrants between April 30 and May 2, seizing 413.53 grams of methamphetamine, two firearms, THC, fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and $3,547 in cash. Lindsay is the second of the 10 suspects charged with conspiring to deliver more than 50 grams of meth to be convicted, following the no contest plea of 47-year-old Scott Klatt of Menominee, Michigan on March 13. Lindsay is scheduled to be sentenced on May 29 and faces up to 25 years in prison.

  • The investigation leading to the arrests and charges began several months ago.
  • The search warrants were executed between April 30 and May 2.
  • Scott Klatt pleaded no contest on March 13.
  • Maya Lindsay pleaded no contest on March 30.
  • Lindsay is scheduled to be sentenced on May 29.

The players

Maya Lindsay

A 24-year-old woman from Marinette, Wisconsin who pleaded no contest to conspiring to deliver more than 50 grams of methamphetamine.

Scott Klatt

A 47-year-old man from Menominee, Michigan who also pleaded no contest to the same charge as Lindsay and is scheduled to be sentenced on May 19.

Marinette County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that led the months-long investigation into the methamphetamine drug trafficking organization, executed the search warrants, and announced the arrests of the 10 suspects.

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What’s next

The other eight individuals charged in the case are still awaiting trial or sentencing.

The takeaway

This case demonstrates the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the methamphetamine epidemic in rural Wisconsin communities, where drug trafficking organizations have been exploiting vulnerabilities and bringing large quantities of the highly addictive and dangerous drug into the region. The convictions of Lindsay and Klatt send a strong message about the consequences of involvement in the meth trade.