Fergus Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua David Kampsen, 35, was booked into Otter Tail County Jail on October 24, 2026.
The supplied jail record lists two gross misdemeanor allegations involving obstruction of legal process.
Both entries are marked active, according to the booking information.
The allegations involve interfering with a peace officer and obstructing the lawful execution of legal process.
Two Obstruction Allegations Listed
The first listed offense falls under Minnesota Statute 609.50, subdivision 1(2).
This provision addresses intentionally obstructing, resisting, or interfering with a peace officer performing official duties.
The second allegation falls under Minnesota Statute 609.50, subdivision 1(1).
This provision addresses intentionally interfering with the lawful execution of criminal or civil legal process.
Both offenses are classified as gross misdemeanors in the supplied jail record.
However, the record does not describe the actions that led to either allegation.
It also does not explain whether both entries resulted from the same incident or separate events.
What Minnesota Law Says
Minnesota Statute 609.50 establishes penalties for certain acts that interfere with legal proceedings and public safety duties.
The possible punishment depends on the circumstances surrounding the offense.
Under the gross misdemeanor provision, a conviction can carry up to 364 days in jail.
The law also allows a fine of up to $3,000, or both penalties.
The gross misdemeanor provision addresses conduct involving force, violence, or threats when more serious circumstances do not apply.
However, the supplied booking record does not establish whether force or threats were involved.
These penalties are possible legal consequences, not a sentence imposed against Kampsen.
Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.50 – Obstructing Legal Process.
Incident Location and Arrest Details
The booking record does not identify Kampsen’s hometown or where the alleged offenses occurred.
No street address, roadway, or specific incident location was provided.
The listing also does not identify any reported injuries or explain the circumstances surrounding the alleged interference.
Additional information may become available through public criminal complaints or court filings.
Otter Tail County Jail Information
Otter Tail County Jail is located at 416 South Mill Street in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
However, the jail’s location does not establish where the alleged offenses happened.
The facility houses sentenced and unsentenced individuals from Otter Tail County and other jurisdictions.
Readers can visit the official Otter Tail County Jail website for additional information.
The county also maintains an online jail custody list.
Court Proceedings and Case Status
The supplied record lists both allegations as active gross misdemeanor matters.
It does not include Kampsen’s bail amount, estimated release date, or scheduled court appearance.
The listing also does not confirm whether prosecutors have formally filed both allegations in court.
Public court records may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
The jail listing does not establish a criminal conviction.
Joshua David Kampsen is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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