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MN HF3937
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kristin Bahner
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AI Summary
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Upgrades basic peace officer impersonation from a misdemeanor to a felony punishable by up to 2 years imprisonment and/or a $4,000 fine
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Creates enhanced felony penalties (up to 5 years, $10,000 fine) for impersonation while accessing restricted buildings, illegally directing others, using police sirens/lights, or operating vehicles marked as law enforcement
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Establishes a 10-year felony with up to $20,000 fine for impersonating an officer while possessing a firearm or within 5 years of a prior violation
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Creates penalty enhancements for crimes committed while impersonating an officer: misdemeanors become gross misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors become felonies (up to 3 years), and felonies receive 5 additional years added to statutory maximum
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Requires law enforcement officers to identify their employing agency, last name, and ID number through uniform display or upon request, with exceptions for undercover officers not making arrests or executing warrants
Legislative Description
Criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer increased, crime of impersonating while possessing a firearm established, enhanced penalties for committing an offense while impersonating established, and individuals presenting as peace officers required to identify themselves.
Last Action
Authors added Lillie, Perryman, and Pursell
3/12/2026