Matters of Record for Feb. 18, 2026

District Court cases in St. Louis County, Minnesota

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Duluth News Tribune reports on the latest matters of record from the St. Louis County District Court, including charges, fines, and sentences for a variety of criminal offenses such as possession of controlled substances, driving violations, domestic assault, and more.

Why it matters

This report provides transparency into the local criminal justice system and documents the outcomes of cases that impact the community. It highlights recurring issues like repeat offenders, driving under the influence, and property crimes that are common concerns for residents.

The details

The report covers a range of criminal cases heard in St. Louis County District Court over several days in August 2026. Charges include possession of controlled substances, giving false information to police, driving while impaired, domestic assault, shoplifting, and various traffic violations. Sentences range from fines and probation to local confinement and prison time, with many cases having portions of sentences stayed.

  • The cases were heard in St. Louis County District Court between August 14-26, 2026.

The players

St. Louis County District Court

The district court that handled the criminal cases reported on.

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The takeaway

This report provides a window into the local criminal justice system, documenting the range of offenses and outcomes that impact the St. Louis County community. It highlights ongoing issues like substance abuse, driving violations, and property crimes that continue to be a focus for law enforcement and the courts.