Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A man listed as homeless in Grand Forks is facing a felony charge. Court records say he forced his way into a home after knocking for an extended time.
Alleged Door Kick and Entry
Jonas St. Claire II is charged with felony criminal trespass in Grand Forks.
His address is listed as homeless in court documents.
According to court records, the incident happened on Dec. 17.
Records say St. Claire knocked on the home’s door for about 20 minutes.
Documents allege he then kicked in the door and entered the residence.
What the Victim Reported
A woman at the home reported the entry to authorities, according to the filing.
She told investigators St. Claire had been at the home earlier.
The woman said he was removed from the residence earlier that day.
She claimed he was under the influence of narcotics at the time.
After the reported forced entry, the woman contacted law enforcement.
Charge and Arrest
St. Claire was arrested and charged after the reported incident, court records say.
The felony charge is criminal trespass.
Criminal trespass cases often involve entering property without permission.
The exact facts will be reviewed in court as the case moves forward.
Case Status
A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
St. Claire is presumed innocent unless convicted in court.
Future hearings and filings may add details to the public record.
Public Records and Resources
Readers can check court records through the North Dakota Courts public access portal.
State laws are published by the North Dakota Legislative Branch.
For emergency help, call 911.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.