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Introduced
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
In Committee
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to public safety; enhancing the penalty for misconduct of public officer or employee; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.43.
AI Summary
This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.43, to enhance penalties for misconduct by public officers or employees. Previously, such misconduct, which includes intentionally failing to perform a mandatory duty, acting outside lawful authority, unlawfully injuring someone under color of authority, or knowingly making a false official report, was punishable by up to 364 days in jail or a $3,000 fine. This bill elevates these offenses to a felony, with a first offense carrying a potential sentence of up to one year in jail or a $5,000 fine, and subsequent offenses facing a potential sentence of up to five years in jail or a $10,000 fine. These changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and will apply to crimes committed on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (on 03/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/4179/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/4179/versions/0/pdf/ |
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