Bill > SF1836

This bill modifies Minnesota traffic laws to limit when peace officers can issue citations to pedestrians for certain traffic signal and crosswalk violations. Specifically, the bill amends existing statutes to prohibit law enforcement from stopping, detaining, or issuing citations to pedestrians for signal and crosswalk violations unless two specific conditions are met: either the officer is already lawfully stopping the pedestrian for an unrelated violation, or a vehicle is approaching in a manner that would create a potential collision hazard. The changes apply to situations such as crossing against a "Don't Walk" signal, crossing between intersections where crosswalks are marked, and other pedestrian movement regulations. The modifications use language like "must" instead of "shall" in various sections and add new provisions that explicitly restrict when citations can be issued. The bill is set to become effective on August 1, 2025, and will apply to violations committed on or after that date, potentially providing pedestrians with more protection from citations in certain circumstances while still maintaining safety expectations for pedestrian movement near roadways.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1836&ssn=0&y=2025