MN SF2177

Authorizes expungement of criminal records for individuals who successfully complete diversion programs or stays of adjudication, provided the prosecutor agrees, at least one year has passed without new criminal charges, and the offense is not a felony-level crime of violence.

Allows courts to seal records without a petition filing when a prosecutor agrees, if public safety interests do not outweigh the subject's interest in sealing, and requires prosecutors to make good-faith efforts to notify victims before agreeing to seal records.

Requires petitioners seeking expungement to provide a copy of the criminal complaint or police report when practicable.

Permits opening of expunged records for law enforcement investigations via ex parte court order, and allows prosecutors and probation officers to access expunged records without court orders for criminal justice and sentencing purposes.

Places costs of implementing the act on the Department of Public Safety within its existing budget.