MN HF2386

Removes requirement that petitions for relief from conviction be filed with an original and three copies, requiring only a signed petition instead.

Shifts responsibility for serving the attorney general and county attorney from the court administrator to the petitioner or petitioner's attorney, who must provide proof of service.

Requires offenders challenging restitution amounts to submit a detailed sworn affidavit at least five business days before the hearing, specifying all objections and proposed dollar amounts.

Removes the provision that notice to an offender's attorney constitutes notice to the offender regarding restitution challenge deadlines.

Maintains the 30-day deadline for offenders to request a hearing to challenge restitution, measured from whichever is later: receipt of written restitution notice or sentencing.