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Jonathan James Rice, 37, of Walker, was booked October 11, 2026, on allegations involving first-degree drug possession and sale, plus controlled-substance DWI.

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Walker (trfnews.i234.me) – Jonathan James Rice, 37, was booked into Cass County Jail on October 11, 2026.

The jail record lists Rice’s city as Walker, Minnesota. His booking was recorded at 12:28 p.m.

Three alleged offenses appear in the booking record. They involve first-degree drug possession, first-degree drug sales, and driving while impaired by a controlled substance.

First-Degree Drug Possession Allegation

The first listed offense falls under Minnesota Statute 152.021, subdivision 2(a)(1).

This law covers unlawful possession of mixtures weighing 50 grams or more containing cocaine or methamphetamine.

The offense is classified as a felony under Minnesota law.

However, the booking record does not identify which substance was allegedly involved.

It also does not provide details about where authorities reportedly found the suspected drugs.

First-Degree Drug Sale Allegation

The second listed offense involves first-degree controlled substance sales under Minnesota Statute 152.021, subdivision 1(1).

The law covers sales involving 17 grams or more of mixtures containing cocaine or methamphetamine within a 90-day period.

The supplied record does not identify any alleged buyer or describe a reported drug transaction.

It also does not explain whether the possession and sale allegations arose from the same investigation.

Under Minnesota law, a first-degree controlled substance conviction can carry up to 30 years in prison.

The law also allows fines reaching $1 million. Other sentencing provisions may apply depending on the circumstances.

These are possible legal penalties, not a sentence imposed against Rice.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 152.021 for additional information.

Jonathan James Rice
Jonathan James Rice

Driving While Impaired Allegation

The third listed offense involves driving while impaired by a controlled substance.

The allegation falls under Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 1(2).

This provision prohibits operating or physically controlling a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.

The booking record does not identify the substance allegedly involved in the DWI offense.

It also does not include toxicology findings, vehicle details, or information about a traffic stop.

The available information does not establish whether the DWI allegation is connected to the drug possession or sale allegations.

Additional information about the law is available through Minnesota Statute 169A.20.

Incident Location and Jail Information

The booking record identifies Walker as Rice’s listed city.

However, it does not establish where any of the alleged offenses occurred.

No specific incident address or roadway appears in the supplied jail information.

Cass County Jail operates in Walker under the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.

Readers can find jail information through the official Cass County Detention Center website.

Court Proceedings and Case Status

The supplied booking record does not provide Rice’s bail amount, release date, or scheduled court appearance.

It also does not confirm whether prosecutors formally filed all three listed allegations.

Public court information may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.

A jail booking documents an arrest and listed allegations. It does not establish criminal guilt.

Jonathan James Rice is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

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Jail booking record locationCass County Jail — 300 Minnesota Avenue, Walker, Minnesota (Jail Booking)

Location of the named jail based on its published facility address; NOT the alleged offense or arrest site. Map positions are subject to geocoding accuracy. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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