Bill > SF3359

This bill establishes a new criminal offense called "residential protesting" in Minnesota, which makes it illegal to protest in front of or around a private residence, with some specific exceptions. Under the proposed law, protesting at someone's home would be considered a misdemeanor, but the offense can be elevated to a gross misdemeanor under certain circumstances, such as if the person has a previous conviction for residential protesting or if they are subject to existing court orders like orders of protection, restraining orders, or no-contact orders related to the residence's occupants. The law specifically clarifies that peaceful protesting of public meeting spaces is still permitted, and it does not apply to residences used as places of business. The bill would take effect on August 1, 2025, and would apply to crimes committed on or after that date. The penalties for violating this proposed law could include fines and potential imprisonment, with the severity of punishment increasing for repeat offenders or those who violate existing protective court orders.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3359&ssn=0&y=2025