{"id":73122,"date":"2026-11-12T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=73122"},"modified":"2026-11-12T06:34:49","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T12:34:49","slug":"frazee-man-sentenced-in-domestic-assault-case","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/frazee-man-sentenced-in-domestic-assault-case\/","title":{"rendered":"Frazee Man Sentenced in Domestic Assault Case"},"content":{"rendered":"

FRAZEE, Minn.<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 Leif John Carlson, 38, of rural Frazee, has been sentenced on two misdemeanor domestic assault counts in Becker County District Court.<\/p>\n

A felony charge of domestic assault by strangulation was dismissed as part of a plea agreement, according to court records.<\/p>\n

Domestic Assault Reported at Frazee Campground<\/h2>\n

The case began June 4, when law enforcement received a report of a possible domestic assault at a Frazee campground.<\/p>\n

A witness reported that Carlson had choked a woman before leaving the campground on foot.<\/p>\n

According to court documents, the woman said an argument began after Carlson asked her to make him a cigarette.<\/p>\n

When she refused, the disagreement escalated.<\/p>\n

The woman told investigators that Carlson poured water on her while she lay on a mattress inside their tent.<\/p>\n

As she began yelling, Carlson allegedly climbed on top of her and covered her nose and mouth.<\/p>\n

She reported being unable to breathe for several seconds and becoming frightened.<\/p>\n

During the struggle, the woman said she burned her arm while attempting to free herself.<\/p>\n

She also alleged that Carlson threatened to burn down the tent before leaving the campground.<\/p>\n

Officers Document Injuries<\/h2>\n

A reporting party arrived at the campground and called 911.<\/p>\n

According to court records, an officer observed red marks on the woman’s face, neck, and chest.<\/p>\n

The officer also documented a burn on her left arm and a cut on her leg.<\/p>\n

A deputy later located Carlson walking in Frazee.<\/p>\n

Carlson acknowledged arguing with the woman but denied placing his hands on her, according to court documents.<\/p>\n

He told investigators that he repeatedly attempted to leave during the argument.<\/p>\n

However, he said he returned when the woman began screaming loudly.<\/p>\n

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Leif John Carlson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Judge Imposes Jail Time and Probation<\/h2>\n

In an amended sentencing order issued September 29, District Judge Michael Fritz imposed a 79-day jail sentence on the first count.<\/p>\n

Carlson received credit for 79 days already served, satisfying that jail sentence.<\/p>\n

On the second misdemeanor count, Carlson received a 90-day jail sentence, stayed for two years.<\/p>\n

The court also ordered him to pay a $50 fine and $160 in court fees.<\/p>\n

Strict Conditions During Two-Year Probation<\/h2>\n

Carlson was placed on supervised probation for two years.<\/p>\n

During that period, he must follow several court-ordered conditions.<\/p>\n

Those conditions include avoiding alcohol and drugs and complying with a no-contact order.<\/p>\n

He must also complete cognitive skills training and a domestic abuse batterer’s intervention program.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Carlson must undergo a comprehensive assessment as directed by the court.<\/p>\n

The sentencing followed a plea agreement that resulted in dismissal of the original felony strangulation charge.<\/p>\n

Information about Minnesota court proceedings and public court records is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

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