 A former Bemidji Middle School assistant principal charged with multiple counts of child pornography has been released from federal custody on bail. 34-year-old Brandon Bjorkness had a detention and preliminary examination hearing this morning. The U.S. District Court in St. Paul determined that there was probable cause for the case. Bjorkness paid a $25,000 bond and was released on personal recognizance. Under the several conditions of his release, he will be placed on house arrest and will not be able to have access to a computer or the Internet. Bjorkness also faces four state charges for engaging, relating sexual conduct with a minor. In his next court appearance at the Beltrami County Courthouse for the state's cases, that will be held on July 10th. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.