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HF2394 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Criminal penalty for concealing a dead body increased.

Related bill: SF2510

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to change the criminal penalties for the act of concealing a dead body, reinforcing the seriousness of the offense under Minnesota law.

Main Provisions

  • The bill specifically amends the existing penalties associated with Minnesota Statutes section 609.502, subdivision 1a.
  • For persons convicted under specific conditions outlined in the legislation (subdivision 1, clauses 2 or 3), the penalty remains classified as a gross misdemeanor.
  • However, for offenses under subdivision 1, clause 1, the bill proposes a significant increase in the severity of penalties:
    • The maximum term of imprisonment is increased from 3 years to 20 years.
    • The maximum fine is increased from $5,000 to $20,000.

Significant Changes

  • This represents a substantial increase in both imprisonment time and financial penalties, indicating a tougher stance on the crime of concealing a dead body.

Relevant Terms

  • Criminal penalty
  • Concealing a dead body
  • Gross misdemeanor
  • Imprisonment
  • Fine
  • Minnesota Statutes section 609.502

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 17, 2025HouseActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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      "modified": [
        "Increases maximum imprisonment term from three to 20 years.",
        "Increases maximum fine from 5000 to 20000."
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Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee

Sponsors