Crookston: Melissa Harstad Booked on Trespass Charge

CROOKSTON, MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) — Melissa Dawn Harstad, 51, was listed as incarcerated on October 12, 2026.

Her name appears in the October 13 roster from the Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston. The entry identifies a trespass charge involving an alleged refusal to leave another person’s property.

Harstad’s Jail Roster Information

The official October 13 jail roster lists Harstad’s birth date as July 25, 1975. It gives October 12 as her incarceration date.

The listed controlling charge reads “Trespass-Premises of Another-Refuse to Depart.” The entry refers to Minnesota Statute 609.605, subdivision 1(b)(3).

The roster places the abbreviation “GM” beside the charge. However, the cited section of state law describes this offense under its misdemeanor subdivision. The roster does not explain that difference.

What Minnesota’s Trespass Law Says

Under Minnesota’s trespass statute, the cited provision concerns refusing a lawful demand to leave another person’s premises. The law also addresses whether someone has a legal right to remain.

The statute says the conduct must be intentional for this provision to apply. The roster identifies the listed charge, not evidence presented in court.

Details Not Included in the Record

The entry does not identify the property connected to the alleged trespass. It also does not name a property owner or describe the events leading to custody.

No case number, hearing date, or release date appears alongside Harstad’s listing. The entry does not explain whether bail was set.

The October 13 roster shows who was listed when that document was prepared. It does not establish whether Harstad remains in custody at a later time.

A jail listing does not establish a conviction or determine guilt. Any court decision would need confirmation through a separate court record.

Where Readers Can Check Updates

Tri-County Community Corrections says its public inmate roster is updated on weekday mornings. The agency serves correctional needs across Polk, Norman, and Red Lake counties.

Readers can also use Minnesota Court Records Online to look for available public court information. Some case details may be restricted or unavailable online.

The currently available roster supplies the booking information described above. Further details require additional official records or statements.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.