MN HF27

County attorneys must investigate and prosecute evidence of suspicious activity in voter registration or absentee ballot applications, with authority to present charges to a grand jury if probable cause exists.

County attorneys receiving applications showing suspicious activity must submit a report within one year to the secretary of state and legislative election committees detailing investigation findings and whether prosecution resulted.

Absentee ballots may only be mailed or delivered by the voter or by authorized persons at least 18 years old: spouse, parent, sibling, child, grandparent, grandchild, legal guardian, household member, or designated agent; unauthorized delivery is a felony.

Prohibited activities related to absentee voting include providing improper assistance, soliciting votes while voter is marking ballot, altering applications after signing, and engaging in activities that induce absentee ballot applications or completion.

Courts must impose a $1,000 voting fraud penalty assessment on adults convicted of specified election violations, with discretionary reduction to minimum $100 for indigent defendants or installment payment options.