Bill > SF1546

This bill modifies the definition of a "prior qualified human trafficking-related offense" in Minnesota law to expand the scope of previous convictions that can be considered in human trafficking cases. Currently, the law limits prior offenses to those within ten years of discharge from probation or parole. The bill removes this time limitation and broadens the definition to include not only violations of specific Minnesota statutes related to sex and labor trafficking (such as solicitation, sex trafficking, and labor trafficking), but also similar offenses committed in other states or under federal law. This change means that a person's entire lifetime history of human trafficking-related convictions could potentially be considered when prosecuting a new human trafficking offense. The bill is set to become effective on August 1, 2025, and will apply to crimes committed on or after that date, which could potentially increase the legal consequences for individuals with a history of human trafficking-related offenses.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1546&ssn=0&y=2025