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Crookston Booking: Man Held on Probation Violation

William Raymond Poitra Jr., 62, was recently booked in Polk County on a felony-level probation violation listed in the jail roster.

William Raymond Poitra Jr.

Crookston Booking: Man Held on Probation Violation

Crookston (trfnews.i234.me) — William Raymond Poitra Jr., 62, was recently booked into custody in Polk County.

The jail roster lists a felony-level probation violation.

Poitra was booked on October 1, 2026.

Felony Probation Matter

The booking entry describes the controlling matter as “Probation Violation – FE.”

No information was provided about the specific condition Poitra allegedly violated.

The underlying felony case was also not identified in the booking information provided.

William Raymond Poitra Jr. Polk County booking photoWilliam Raymond Poitra Jr.

Probation Revocation Process

Minnesota law allows courts to consider probation revocation when a violation is alleged.

A violation does not automatically result in revocation.

The court process provides an opportunity to determine whether a violation occurred.

If a violation is established, the court decides what action is appropriate.

The full law can be reviewed through the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes.

Booking Information

Poitra’s date of birth is listed as October 19, 1963.

He was 62 years old at the time of booking.

The booking record does not identify a new criminal charge.

It also does not explain the circumstances leading to the alleged probation violation.

A jail booking does not establish that a violation occurred.

The matter remains subject to review and resolution through the court system.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.

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