MN SF3772

Prohibits automatic disqualification of nonviolent controlled substance offenders applying for licensed alcohol and drug counselor licensure; requires case-by-case eligibility determination based on background investigation.

Defines nonviolent controlled substance offender as a person meeting criteria under Minnesota Statutes section 244.0513, subdivision 2, clauses (1), (2), and (6).

Prevents disqualification of direct contact staff persons in licensed programs or housing support providers under chapter 256I who are nonviolent controlled substance offenders if otherwise qualified.

Establishes 16 specific criminal offenses that cannot serve as automatic disqualifiers for direct contact staff positions if the commissioner determines the offense is unrelated to employment duties, including wrongfully obtaining assistance, criminal vehicular homicide, possession of shoplifting gear, and obscene materials offenses.

Both sections become effective the day following final enactment.