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HF1744 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Expanded use of tracking devices authorized for fleeing motor vehicles.

Related bill: SF3118

AI Generated Summary

The bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 626A.35, allowing law enforcement to use mobile tracking devices on fleeing motor vehicles. It creates an exception to the existing prohibition on tracking devices, specifying that the restriction does not apply in cases where a motor vehicle is attempting to evade law enforcement. The definition of “flee” follows the meaning provided in Minnesota Statutes, section 609.487, subdivision 1.

The bill aims to enhance public safety by expanding law enforcement’s ability to track and apprehend suspects involved in vehicle pursuits.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 02, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy
March 31, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended
March 31, 2025HouseFloorActionSecond reading

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Clarification of 'flee' for legal purposes in tracking device usage."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Provides the definition of 'flee' as used in the new subdivision added to section 626A.35.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "609.487"
  }
]

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