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MN SF3652
MN SF3652Prohibit the detention and transport of suspects in vehicles that are not designed for detaining humans and designated as law enforcement vehicles
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to public safety; prohibiting the detention and transport of suspects in vehicles that are not designed for detaining humans and designated as law enforcement vehicles; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 629.
AI Summary
This bill, proposing changes to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 629, aims to enhance public safety by establishing clear guidelines for the detention and transport of individuals by law enforcement. It defines a "peace officer" broadly to include federal and out-of-state law enforcement agents, and crucially, mandates that any vehicle used by a peace officer to detain or transport a person must be specifically designed for safely carrying humans, owned or leased by a law enforcement agency, and clearly marked as such. This means vehicles must have adequate seating and seat belts for everyone being transported. However, the bill includes exceptions for situations involving immediate danger to life or safety (exigent circumstances) and for undercover investigations where markings could compromise officer or public safety.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Scott Dibble (D)*,
Doron Clark (D),
Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D),
Ann Johnson Stewart (D),
Zaynab Mohamed (D),
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3652/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3652/versions/0/pdf/ |
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