Fergus Falls: Todd Ellingson Booked on Two Charges
FERGUS FALLS — trfnews.i234.me — Todd Ellingson was booked into the Otter Tail County Jail on July 1, 2026.
The roster lists Ellingson as 55 years old. It also lists two active charges against him.
One charge involves alleged fifth-degree controlled substance possession. The second involves an alleged ignition interlock license violation.
The roster classifies the drug charge as a felony. It lists the driving-related charge as a gross misdemeanor.
Booking Information
The booking entry identifies him as Todd Stephen Ellingson. It also lists booking number 002600000588.
The available record does not identify the arresting agency. It also does not state where the reported conduct happened.
The Fergus Falls location reflects the county jail’s address. It does not confirm the location of the alleged offenses.
Drug Possession Charge
The first charge cites Minnesota Statute 152.025, subdivision 2(a)(1).
That law covers possession of certain Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substances.
The law can also cover controlled substance residue found in drug paraphernalia. Cannabis and certain hemp products are excluded.
The booking information does not identify a specific substance. It also does not provide an alleged weight or quantity.
Ignition Interlock Charge
The second charge cites Minnesota Statute 171.09, subdivision 1(g).
The statute applies to drivers holding certain restricted licenses.
It prohibits driving a vehicle without a functioning, state-certified ignition interlock device.
Minnesota law classifies that alleged violation as a gross misdemeanor.
An ignition interlock device tests a driver’s breath before allowing a vehicle to start.
The booking record provides no further incident details.
Case Status
Both charges were marked active in the supplied jail information. A booking is not proof of guilt.
Ellingson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Charges may change after prosecutors review reports and evidence.
No bond amount appears in the supplied information. No court date was provided with the booking details.
The Otter Tail County in-custody list is updated throughout the day.
Jail status can change after release, transfer, or a court order.
Readers should review the official county roster for current custody information.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News.