MN SF86

Classifies data collected by automated license plate readers as private or nonpublic data, except when related to active criminal investigations or meeting other public data exceptions under Minnesota Statutes section 13.82.

Requires law enforcement agencies to destroy automated license plate reader data unrelated to active criminal investigations within 60 days of collection, with exceptions for pending criminal cases and program participants under chapter 5B.

Mandates that law enforcement agencies maintain a public log of automated license plate reader use including times of operation, aggregate vehicle counts, matching databases used, and fixed location information, subject to security information exemptions.

Requires biennial independent audits of automated license plate reader data records by law enforcement agencies, with audit results reported to state administration, legislative committees, and the Legislative Commission on Data Practices within 30 days of completion.

Requires every state and local law enforcement agency using automated license plate readers to establish and enforce a written policy governing use by January 15, 2016, incorporating data classification requirements and employee discipline standards.