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MN HF2770

MN HF2770
Sodomy, fornication, and adultery crimes repealed.


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Introduced
01/31/2022
In Committee
02/28/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to public safety; repealing the crimes of sodomy, fornication, and adultery; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2020, sections 609.293, subdivisions 1, 5; 609.34; 609.36.

AI Summary

This bill repeals the crimes of sodomy, fornication, and adultery in Minnesota. Specifically, it removes the existing laws that criminalized consensual sexual acts between adults, regardless of marital status. The bill aims to decriminalize private, consensual sexual behavior and align Minnesota's laws with evolving societal norms and values around personal privacy and individual freedoms. The changes will take effect on August 1, 2022 and apply to any crimes committed on or after that date.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Author added Youakim (on 02/28/2022)

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