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MN HF3696
MN HF3696Definition of crime of violence expanded to include certain animal cruelty offenses.
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Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to public safety; expanding definition of crime of violence to include certain animal cruelty offenses; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 624.712, subdivision 5.
AI Summary
This bill expands the definition of a "crime of violence" in Minnesota law to include certain felony-level animal cruelty offenses, specifically those found in chapter 343 (prevention of cruelty to animals). Previously, this definition, used for various public safety purposes, did not encompass these animal cruelty crimes. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 624.712, subdivision 5, to add these offenses to the list of crimes considered violent, effective August 1, 2026, for crimes committed on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Author added Rehrauer (on 02/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3696/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3696/versions/0/pdf/ |
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