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MN SF4174

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/21/2022

Primary Sponsor

Warren Limmer

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Origin

Senate

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

AI Summary

  • Classifies recordings documenting firearm discharge by peace officers or use of force resulting in substantial bodily harm as public data under Minnesota Statutes section 13.825

  • Entitles a deceased individual's next of kin, legal representative, or other parent of the deceased's children to view all portable recording system recordings of deadly force incidents within 5 business days, with limited exceptions when a chief law enforcement officer articulates a compelling reason related to investigation interference

  • Requires law enforcement agencies to release all body-worn camera recordings of incidents where deadly force results in death to the public within 14 business days, unless the investigating agency asserts in writing that release would interfere with the ongoing investigation

  • Allows law enforcement agencies to redact portions of public data that are clearly offensive to common sensibilities

  • Permits any person to bring a district court action to authorize disclosure of private or nonpublic portable recording system data, with the court examining disputed data in camera and balancing public benefit against potential harms

Legislative Description

Release of peace officer recordings from portable recording systems when there is deadly force establishment

Last Action

Referred to Civil Law and Data Practices Policy

3/21/2022

Committee Referrals

Civil Law and Data Practices Policy3/21/2022

Full Bill Text

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