Crookston Man Booked As Out-Of-State Fugitive
Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) — Maurice James Richardson was recently booked into the Polk County Jail.
The booking entry lists Richardson’s booking date as June 9, 2026. His date of birth is listed as February 21, 1984.
Richardson is listed on a felony fugitive from justice charge. The booking note says the matter is tied to another state.
The listed charge is “Fugitive from Justice from Other State.” The booking entry cites Minnesota Statute 629.13.
Booking Details
According to the booking information, Richardson was held in Polk County. The listing does not include more case details.
The note does not list the other state involved. It also does not list the original alleged offense.
Maurice James Richardson booking photo
What The Charge Means
Minnesota Statute 629.13 addresses when a person may be apprehended in Minnesota. It can involve a case from another state.
The statute may apply when someone is charged elsewhere. It may also apply after escape, bail, probation, or parole issues.
More information about the law is available through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is based in Crookston. County law enforcement details are listed on the Polk County Sheriff’s Office website.
Public court information may also become available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
Presumption Of Innocence
A jail booking is not a conviction. It only shows that a person was booked into custody.
Richardson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Future court action will decide the next steps.
This story is based on recently booked Polk County Jail information. Updates may be added when confirmed records become available.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.