{"id":71187,"date":"2026-11-05T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=71187"},"modified":"2026-11-01T19:00:47","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T01:00:47","slug":"brainerd-jail-lists-austin-mahala-on-two-csc-entries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/brainerd-jail-lists-austin-mahala-on-two-csc-entries\/","title":{"rendered":"Brainerd Jail Lists Austin Mahala on Two CSC Entries"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brainerd (trfnews.i234.me)<\/a> \u2013 Austin James Mahala, 27, was booked into Crow Wing County Jail on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.<\/p>\n

The official inmate roster records his booking at 5:28 p.m.<\/p>\n

His booking number is 69293.<\/p>\n

The record lists two felony-classified entries involving third-degree and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct.<\/p>\n

Both entries display the custody status “A & D HOLD.”<\/p>\n

Third-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Allegation<\/h2>\n

The first entry involves third-degree criminal sexual conduct.<\/p>\n

The Crow Wing County roster cites Minnesota Statute 609.344, subdivision 1(b).<\/p>\n

That provision addresses sexual penetration involving someone who is mentally impaired, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless.<\/p>\n

The law requires the accused to have known or had reason to know about that condition.<\/p>\n

However, the jail roster does not describe the circumstances supporting the allegation.<\/p>\n

It also does not identify the complainant or provide an incident date.<\/p>\n

No investigative narrative or court complaint appears in the supplied booking information.<\/p>\n

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.344 \u2013 Third-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fifth-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Entry<\/h2>\n

The second entry involves fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct.<\/p>\n

The roster cites Minnesota Statute 609.3451, subdivision 1(1).<\/p>\n

The description references nonconsensual sexual conduct.<\/p>\n

Under the current statute, subdivision 1 addresses nonconsensual sexual penetration.<\/p>\n

However, the booking record provides no additional account of the alleged conduct.<\/p>\n

It also does not establish whether both entries arose from the same reported incident.<\/p>\n

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.3451 \u2013 Fifth-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Austin James Mahala<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

Third-degree criminal sexual conduct is a felony under Minnesota law.<\/p>\n

A conviction under the cited provision can carry up to 15 years in prison.<\/p>\n

The law also allows a fine of up to $30,000, or both penalties.<\/p>\n

Fifth-degree nonconsensual sexual penetration is also classified as a felony.<\/p>\n

A basic conviction under that provision can carry up to two years in prison or a $10,000 fine.<\/p>\n

Additional sentencing rules may apply in qualifying circumstances.<\/p>\n

These are possible statutory penalties, not sentences imposed against Mahala.<\/p>\n

Both Entries Marked A&D Hold<\/h2>\n

The official jail roster lists “A & D HOLD” beside both felony entries.<\/p>\n

However, the listing does not explain that designation or identify the requesting authority.<\/p>\n

It also does not provide a confirmed bail amount or upcoming court date.<\/p>\n

The hold status does not establish guilt or a final conviction.<\/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 either alleged offense occurred.<\/p>\n

No verified residence, street address, or other incident location appears in the available record.<\/p>\n

The October 28 booking date should not be treated as the confirmed offense date.<\/p>\n

Jail and Court Information<\/h2>\n

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

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

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

Presumption of Innocence<\/h2>\n

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

Austin James Mahala 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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