{"id":71175,"date":"2026-11-05T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=71175"},"modified":"2026-11-01T18:49:17","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T00:49:17","slug":"brainerd-jail-books-ricky-laduke-on-felony-drug-hold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/brainerd-jail-books-ricky-laduke-on-felony-drug-hold\/","title":{"rendered":"Brainerd Jail Books Ricky Laduke on Felony Drug Hold"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brainerd (trfnews.i234.me)<\/a> \u2013 Ricky Lee Laduke, 49, was booked into Crow Wing County Jail on Saturday, October 31, 2026.<\/p>\n

The official jail roster records his booking at 12:12 a.m.<\/p>\n

His booking number is 69303.<\/p>\n

The record lists one felony allegation involving first-degree controlled substance possession.<\/p>\n

The custody status is listed as “HOLD PLACED.”<\/p>\n

First-Degree Drug Possession Allegation<\/h2>\n

According to the Crow Wing County inmate roster, Laduke faces a listed allegation involving possession of 50 grams or more.<\/p>\n

The record cites Minnesota Statute 152.021, subdivision 2(a)(1).<\/p>\n

That provision concerns certain controlled substances, including cocaine and methamphetamine.<\/p>\n

However, the jail roster does not identify which substance was allegedly involved.<\/p>\n

It also does not provide the exact amount allegedly possessed.<\/p>\n

No details about a traffic stop, search, or investigation appear in the available booking information.<\/p>\n

What Minnesota Drug Law Says<\/h2>\n

Minnesota Statute 152.021 defines first-degree controlled substance crimes.<\/p>\n

Under subdivision 2(a)(1), unlawful possession of certain mixtures weighing at least 50 grams can qualify as first-degree possession.<\/p>\n

The mixtures must contain cocaine or methamphetamine.<\/p>\n

However, the statute’s requirements should not be confused with proven facts about Laduke’s case.<\/p>\n

The booking record does not include laboratory findings or an evidence report.<\/p>\n

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 152.021 \u2013 First-Degree Controlled Substance Crime<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Ricky Lee Laduke<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Possible Penalties Under Minnesota Law<\/h2>\n

First-degree controlled substance possession is classified as a felony in Minnesota.<\/p>\n

A conviction under the cited provision can generally carry up to 30 years in prison.<\/p>\n

The law also allows a fine of up to $1 million, or both penalties.<\/p>\n

Different sentencing rules may apply when additional qualifying circumstances are established.<\/p>\n

These penalties are possible statutory limits, not a sentence imposed against Laduke.<\/p>\n

The booking record does not establish a conviction or sentencing outcome.<\/p>\n

Felony Hold Listed<\/h2>\n

The official Crow Wing County roster displays “HOLD PLACED” beside Laduke’s felony entry.<\/p>\n

However, the listing does not explain which agency or court requested the hold.<\/p>\n

It also does not identify a bail amount or confirmed court appearance.<\/p>\n

The status alone does not establish whether Laduke was later released or transferred.<\/p>\n

Additional court records would be needed to clarify the case’s progress.<\/p>\n

Incident Location Not Confirmed<\/h2>\n

Crow Wing County Jail is located in Brainerd, Minnesota.<\/p>\n

However, the jail’s location does not establish where the alleged drug possession occurred.<\/p>\n

No verified street address, residence, business, or roadway appears in the roster entry.<\/p>\n

The October 31 booking date also does not establish when the alleged offense occurred.<\/p>\n

Jail and Court Information<\/h2>\n

Readers can review the official Crow Wing County inmate roster<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Additional information is available through the Crow Wing County Jail website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Public court records may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presumption of Innocence<\/h2>\n

A jail booking records an allegation and does not establish criminal guilt.<\/p>\n

Ricky Lee Laduke is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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