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MN SF2714
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/18/2010
Primary Sponsor
Linda Scheid
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AI Summary
- Changes Minnesota Statutes section 609.749 to rename the crime of "harassment" to "stalking" throughout the statute
- Removes requirement that prosecution prove actor intended to cause victim to feel frightened, threatened, oppressed, persecuted, or intimidated, except in certain circumstances
- Expands venue provisions to allow prosecution where wireless or electronic communications originate or are received, or where victim resides if participating in Safe at Home program
- Adds text messaging to prohibited conduct and expands definition of stalking to include following or monitoring through any available technological means
- Establishes mental health assessment and treatment requirements for felony stalking convictions, with court authority to access confidential medical, welfare, corrections, and juvenile records as necessary
Legislative Description
Crime of stalking modifications
Last Action
Senate: Introduction and first reading
2/18/2010
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/18/2010
Full Bill Text
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