MN HF1899

Establishes Jacob's Law requiring law enforcement agencies to immediately notify local welfare agencies when a child is the victim of an alleged crime involving neglect, physical abuse, or sexual abuse outside the home by someone not in the family unit.

Requires local welfare agencies to offer appropriate social services to abused or neglected minors following law enforcement notification.

Amends custody order provisions to grant each party the right to access and receive copies of police reports on minor children, in addition to existing rights regarding school, medical, and dental records.

Allows courts to waive parental notification rights if necessary to protect the welfare of a party or child, and permits third-party communication when court orders prohibit direct contact between parties.

Effective date of July 1, 2012 for the law enforcement notification requirement.