Former state Sen. Ray Holmberg, center. (Dan Koeck/For the North Dakota Monitor)
(BY: AMY DALRYMPLE. North Dakota Monitor) – The attorney for a former North Dakota lawmaker from Grand Forks convicted of a sex crime argues he should not serve his time in a prison due to his age and health in a court document that also disputes new allegations made last week by a federal prosecutor.
Defense attorney Mark Friese makes the case that the appropriate sentence for 81-year-old Ray Holmberg is time served, plus a period of home confinement and supervised release, according to a sentencing memorandum filed Monday.
Prosecutors characterized the allegations as traveling to Prague for the purpose of paying for sex with underage boys.
HUD Announces Grants for Native American Housing
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Apr 20, 2026
Point Bridge Set for Reconstruction
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North Dakota Oil Selling for a Premium
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East Grand Forks Needs New Parks Director
(KNOX) - East Grand Forks will begin the search for a new Parks & Recreational Director this week. The opening was created by the resignation of Jeremy King. The city council last night (Tuesday) approved advertising the position for the next fou...
Apr 22, 2026
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