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Jastin Raymond Michael Ross, 19, was booked into Clay County Jail on October 21, 2026, on an allegation of fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct.

Jastin Raymond Michael Ross

Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) – Jastin Raymond Michael Ross, 19, was booked into Clay County Jail on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

The official Clay County inmate roster records his booking at 7:23 p.m.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is listed as the arresting agency.

The jail record lists one allegation involving fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct and nonconsensual sexual penetration.

Fifth-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Allegation

According to the Clay County booking record, Ross is listed under “CSC – 5th Degree – Penetration – Nonconsensual.”

The allegation falls under Minnesota’s criminal sexual conduct laws.

However, the jail listing does not describe the reported incident.

It also does not identify the alleged victim or explain the circumstances surrounding the allegation.

No information about the alleged offense date appears in the supplied booking record.

The listing also does not establish whether additional allegations are under investigation.

What Minnesota Law Says

Minnesota Statute 609.3451 addresses criminal sexual conduct in the fifth degree.

Subdivision 1 applies to nonconsensual sexual penetration.

Under Minnesota law, a violation of this provision is classified as a felony.

A conviction under the basic felony provision can carry up to two years in prison.

The law also permits a fine of up to $10,000, or both penalties.

Certain qualifying previous convictions can increase the maximum possible sentence.

However, the booking record does not identify any qualifying previous conviction or enhanced allegation.

These are possible statutory penalties, not a sentence imposed against Ross.

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.3451 – Fifth-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct.

Jastin Raymond Michael Ross
Jastin Raymond Michael Ross

Investigation Details Not Available

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is the agency associated with Ross’s booking.

However, the available record does not explain how authorities became involved.

It does not describe any reported interviews, evidence, or investigative findings.

The jail listing also does not include a criminal complaint or a detailed incident report.

Additional court documents would be needed to establish the specific allegations supporting the case.

Incident Location Not Confirmed

The booking occurred at Clay County Jail in Moorhead, Minnesota.

However, the jail’s location does not establish where the alleged offense happened.

No street address, residence, or specific incident location appears in the available record.

The listing also does not identify Ross’s hometown.

Clay County Jail and Court Information

Readers can review the official Clay County inmate roster for booking information.

Additional facility information is available through the Clay County Correctional Facility website.

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

It also does not confirm whether prosecutors have filed a formal criminal complaint.

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

Presumption of Innocence

A jail booking records an allegation and does not establish criminal guilt.

Jastin Raymond Michael Ross is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.

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Jail booking record locationClay County Correctional Facility — 800 9th Street North, Moorhead, 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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