{"id":71220,"date":"2026-11-05T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T20:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=71220"},"modified":"2026-11-01T19:21:02","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T01:21:02","slug":"brainerd-jail-books-austin-smith-on-assault-warrant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/brainerd-jail-books-austin-smith-on-assault-warrant\/","title":{"rendered":"Brainerd Jail Books Austin Smith on Assault Warrant"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brainerd (trfnews.i234.me)<\/a> \u2013 Austin Matthew Smith, 25, was booked into Crow Wing County Jail on Friday, October 30, 2026.<\/p>\n

The official jail roster records his booking at 4:17 p.m.<\/p>\n

His booking number is 69301.<\/p>\n

The record lists five entries involving assault, domestic assault, disorderly conduct, and trespassing.<\/p>\n

Two entries are classified as felonies, while three are misdemeanors.<\/p>\n

All five display the status “COURT\/PENDING.”<\/p>\n

Two Felony Assault Entries Listed<\/h2>\n

The Crow Wing County roster lists two entries for second-degree assault involving a dangerous weapon.<\/p>\n

Both cite Minnesota Statute 609.222, subdivision 1.<\/p>\n

One entry includes a warrant notation, while the other does not.<\/p>\n

However, the record does not explain whether these entries involve separate incidents.<\/p>\n

It also does not identify the alleged weapon or describe any reported injuries.<\/p>\n

No detailed account of the alleged assaults appears in the booking information.<\/p>\n

Domestic Assault Allegation<\/h2>\n

Another entry involves misdemeanor domestic assault.<\/p>\n

The roster cites Minnesota Statute 609.2242, subdivision 1(2).<\/p>\n

This provision addresses intentionally causing or attempting to cause bodily harm to a family or household member.<\/p>\n

However, the record does not describe the alleged conduct.<\/p>\n

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

The entry includes a warrant notation.<\/p>\n

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.2242 \u2013 Domestic Assault<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Disorderly Conduct and Trespassing<\/h2>\n

The fourth listed allegation involves disorderly conduct through brawling or fighting.<\/p>\n

It cites Minnesota Statute 609.72, subdivision 1(1).<\/p>\n

The fifth entry concerns trespassing in a dwelling or locked or posted building.<\/p>\n

It cites Minnesota Statute 609.605, subdivision 1(b)(4).<\/p>\n

Both entries are classified as misdemeanors and reference warrants.<\/p>\n

However, the record does not identify the property or explain the reported circumstances.<\/p>\n

Readers can review the disorderly conduct statute<\/a> and trespassing statute<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

Second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon is a felony.<\/p>\n

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

The statute also allows a fine of up to $14,000, or both penalties.<\/p>\n

Basic misdemeanor offenses can generally carry up to 90 days in jail or a $1,000 fine.<\/p>\n

These are statutory possibilities, not sentences imposed against Smith.<\/p>\n

The roster does not establish any conviction or final sentence.<\/p>\n

Readers can review Minnesota Statute 609.222 \u2013 Second-Degree Assault<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Court Status and Warrants<\/h2>\n

All five entries display “COURT\/PENDING” on the official jail roster.<\/p>\n

Four descriptions also include the word “Warrant.”<\/p>\n

However, the record does not identify when those warrants were issued.<\/p>\n

It also does not confirm a scheduled hearing, bail amount, or release date.<\/p>\n

The booking does not establish that all five entries arose from separate incidents.<\/p>\n

Incident Location Not Confirmed<\/h2>\n

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

However, the jail’s address does not establish where any alleged offense occurred.<\/p>\n

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

The October 30 booking date also does not establish the alleged offense dates.<\/p>\n

Jail and Court Information<\/h2>\n

Readers can check 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 records 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 Matthew Smith 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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