MN HF2358

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 609.27 to add enhanced penalties for coercion violations under subdivision 1, clause (6) that result in serious harm to victims

Creates new penalty of up to 10 years imprisonment and/or $20,000 fine when coercion is a substantial factor in the victim suffering great bodily harm

Creates new penalty of up to 15 years imprisonment and/or $30,000 fine when coercion is a substantial factor in the victim's death

Retains existing tiered penalty structure for coercion based on pecuniary gain/loss: up to 90 days/$1,000 (under $300), up to 5 years/$10,000 ($300-$2,500), or up to 10 years/$20,000 ($2,500+)

Effective August 1, 2026, applying to crimes committed on or after that date