{"id":36045,"date":"2026-07-05T11:52:37","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T16:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=36045"},"modified":"2026-07-02T05:44:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T10:44:03","slug":"fergus-falls-todd-ellingson-booked-on-two-charges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/fergus-falls-todd-ellingson-booked-on-two-charges\/","title":{"rendered":"Fergus Falls: Todd Ellingson Booked on Two Charges"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fergus Falls: Todd Ellingson Booked on Two Charges<\/h2>\n

FERGUS FALLS<\/strong> \u2014 trfnews.i234.me<\/a> \u2014 Todd Ellingson was booked into the Otter Tail County Jail on July 1, 2026.<\/p>\n

The roster lists Ellingson as 55 years old. It also lists two active charges against him.<\/p>\n

One charge involves alleged fifth-degree controlled substance possession. The second involves an alleged ignition interlock license violation.<\/p>\n

The roster classifies the drug charge as a felony. It lists the driving-related charge as a gross misdemeanor.<\/p>\n

Booking Information<\/h2>\n

The booking entry identifies him as Todd Stephen Ellingson. It also lists booking number 002600000588.<\/p>\n

The available record does not identify the arresting agency. It also does not state where the reported conduct happened.<\/p>\n

The Fergus Falls location reflects the county jail\u2019s address. It does not confirm the location of the alleged offenses.<\/p>\n

Drug Possession Charge<\/h2>\n

The first charge cites Minnesota Statute 152.025<\/a>, subdivision 2(a)(1).<\/p>\n

That law covers possession of certain Schedule I, II, III, or IV controlled substances.<\/p>\n

The law can also cover controlled substance residue found in drug paraphernalia. Cannabis and certain hemp products are excluded.<\/p>\n

The booking information does not identify a specific substance. It also does not provide an alleged weight or quantity.<\/p>\n


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Todd Stephen Ellingson booking photo. Source: Otter Tail County Jail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ignition Interlock Charge<\/h2>\n

The second charge cites Minnesota Statute 171.09<\/a>, subdivision 1(g).<\/p>\n

The statute applies to drivers holding certain restricted licenses.<\/p>\n

It prohibits driving a vehicle without a functioning, state-certified ignition interlock device.<\/p>\n

Minnesota law classifies that alleged violation as a gross misdemeanor.<\/p>\n

An ignition interlock device tests a driver\u2019s breath before allowing a vehicle to start.<\/p>\n

The booking record provides no further incident details.<\/p>\n

Case Status<\/h2>\n

Both charges were marked active in the supplied jail information. A booking is not proof of guilt.<\/p>\n

Ellingson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Charges may change after prosecutors review reports and evidence.<\/p>\n

No bond amount appears in the supplied information. No court date was provided with the booking details.<\/p>\n

The Otter Tail County in-custody list<\/a> is updated throughout the day.<\/p>\n

Jail status can change after release, transfer, or a court order.<\/p>\n

Readers should review the official county roster for current custody information.<\/p>\n

I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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