MN SF2893

Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is designated as the sole governmental entity authorized to own or possess electronic device surveillance equipment in Minnesota.

Law enforcement agencies may request temporary use of surveillance equipment controlled by the bureau through written application to the superintendent, which must include detailed investigation explanations and copies of valid search warrants when required by law.

Any agency other than the bureau that possesses electronic device surveillance equipment on the law's effective date must surrender it to the superintendent within 30 days.

Defines "electronic device surveillance equipment" as devices capable of tracking or recording location information of electronic devices, including those that enable access to electronic communication services, remote computing services, or location information services.

The act takes effect the day following final enactment.