Brainerd (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua David Nelson, 45, was booked into Crow Wing County Jail on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
The official jail roster records his booking at 7:52 p.m.
His booking number is 69183.
The record lists two felony entries involving second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon.
Both entries display the custody status “BOND/BAIL SET.”
Two Felony Assault Entries Listed
According to the Crow Wing County inmate roster, Nelson has two entries for second-degree assault involving a dangerous weapon.
Both entries cite Minnesota Statute 609.222, subdivision 1.
However, the booking information does not describe the alleged assaults.
It also does not identify the type of weapon reportedly involved.
No information about injuries or the circumstances surrounding the allegations appears in the roster.
The two entries may involve separate allegations, but the roster does not establish that.
What Minnesota Assault Law Says
Minnesota Statute 609.222 addresses second-degree assault.
Under subdivision 1, assaulting another person with a dangerous weapon is a felony offense.
The law covers qualifying assaults involving weapons considered dangerous under Minnesota law.
However, the booking record does not identify any particular weapon in Nelson’s case.
The cited subdivision also does not require proof of substantial bodily harm.
That circumstance is addressed separately under subdivision 2.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.222 – Second-Degree Assault.
Possible Penalties Under Minnesota Law
Second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon carries serious possible penalties.
A conviction under the cited provision can result in up to seven years in prison.
The statute also permits a fine of up to $14,000, or both penalties.
Actual sentences depend on the facts, applicable laws, and court findings.
These statutory maximums are not sentences imposed against Nelson.
The jail roster does not establish a conviction or final case outcome.
Bond and Bail Status
Both felony entries display “BOND/BAIL SET” on the official roster.
However, the supplied booking information does not identify the bail amount.
It also does not establish whether Nelson posted bail or was later released.
No confirmed court hearing date appears in the listing.
Additional court records may provide information about later proceedings.
Incident Location Not Confirmed
Crow Wing County Jail is located in Brainerd, Minnesota.
However, the jail’s location does not establish where the alleged assault occurred.
No verified residence, business, street address, or other incident location appears in the booking record.
The October 7 booking date also does not establish when the alleged conduct occurred.
The two identical entries should not be reported as two separate incidents without further evidence.
Jail and Court Information
Readers can check the official Crow Wing County inmate roster.
Facility information is available through the Crow Wing County Jail website.
Public court records may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
Presumption of Innocence
A jail booking records allegations and does not establish criminal guilt.
Joshua David Nelson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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