HF698 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
City attorneys authorized to file delinquency petitions for certain offenses committed by a juvenile when a county attorney declines to file a petition, city attorneys authorized to prosecute certain felony and gross misdemeanor offenses when a county attorney declines to prosecute, administrative subpoenas issuance authorized, and conforming changes made.
Related bill: SF555
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill allows city attorneys to take action in certain legal situations involving juveniles if the county attorney decides not to act. Specifically, it lets city attorneys:
- File delinquency petitions for some offenses committed by juveniles.
- Prosecute certain felony and gross misdemeanor offenses.
- Issue administrative subpoenas in certain situations.
The bill outlines that if a juvenile commits an offense against a peace officer and the county attorney chooses not to file a delinquency petition, the city attorney can file the petition instead if the offense happened within their city’s boundaries. This change aims to ensure legal actions can still be carried out even if a county attorney opts not to proceed with a case. The bill also involves making necessary adjustments to existing laws to accommodate these new provisions.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Public Safety Finance and Policy |
Citations
[
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No information on specific changes."
],
"removed": [
"No information on specific removals."
],
"summary": "This statute relates to juvenile delinquency proceedings and definitions relevant to Chapter 260B.",
"modified": [
"Potentially affected by changes to sections regarding juvenile proceedings."
]
},
"citation": "260B.007"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"City attorneys in Hennepin County can now draft petitions for specific offenses."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute pertains to the initiation and verification of delinquency petitions for juveniles.",
"modified": [
"Modifies who can draft delinquency petitions when county attorneys decline."
]
},
"citation": "260B.141"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No specific procedural additions noted."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute involves procedures and hearings for juvenile delinquency cases.",
"modified": [
"Possible amendments to hearing procedures based on city attorneys' new roles."
]
},
"citation": "260B.163"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No specific additions detailed."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute deals with records and reports of delinquency functions, including who has access to them.",
"modified": [
"Potential changes in access protocol based on city attorneys' involvement."
]
},
"citation": "260B.171"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No specific changes listed."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute relates to the dispositional powers in juvenile delinquency matters.",
"modified": [
"Possible adjustments in disposal procedures involving city attorneys."
]
},
"citation": "260B.335"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No new financial responsibilities specified."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute pertains to the costs and expenses associated with care, control, and evaluation of juveniles.",
"modified": [
"Changes may impact financial obligations when city attorneys prosecute."
]
},
"citation": "260B.425"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"City attorneys can assume prosecutorial duties in certain circumstances."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit duty removals mentioned."
],
"summary": "This statute outlines the duties of county attorneys.",
"modified": [
"Redefined prosecutorial boundaries between county and city attorneys."
]
},
"citation": "388.051"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No new duties specified."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute describes the duties generally reserved for attorneys in public litigation matters.",
"modified": [
"Reallocates some prosecutorial responsibilities to city attorneys."
]
},
"citation": "388.23"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No changes specified in this context."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This section involves medical examiner and coroner's responsibilities, consent for autopsy or tissue donation.",
"modified": [
"No direct modification details provided."
]
},
"citation": "390.251"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"No specific details on procedural additions."
],
"removed": [
"No explicit removals."
],
"summary": "This statute involves civil procedures and jurisdictional matters within Minnesota courts.",
"modified": [
"Possibly altered to reflect changes in who can prosecute certain offenses."
]
},
"citation": "484.87"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Hennepin County city attorneys may now act on cases related to peace officers."
],
"removed": [
"No elements removed."
],
"summary": "This statute provides definitions relevant to peace officers and law enforcement personnel.",
"modified": [
"Enhanced prosecutorial clarifications involving incidents with peace officers."
]
},
"citation": "626.84"
}
]