SF2979

SF2979 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Custodian definition modification for the purposes of orders of protection

Related bill: HF2781

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to amend the definition of "custodian" in the context of orders of protection related to domestic abuse in Minnesota. This change is part of efforts to enhance public safety by ensuring clarity in legal definitions.

Main Provisions

Redefinition of Custodian: The bill revises the legal definition of who is considered a custodian for purposes of issuing orders of protection. It specifically outlines the responsibilities and conditions under which a person qualifies as a custodian.
Clarifying Legal Obligations: Under the new definition, a custodian includes any individual who is legally obligated to provide care and support for a minor child of the petitioner or who is actively providing such care and support. It excludes individuals whose parental rights have been terminated.
Custodial Rights and Parenting Time: Also included in the definition are those who have physical or legal custody based on a court order, with the consent of a custodial parent, or through court-ordered parenting time.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Expansion of Custodian Definition: The bill broadens the understanding of who can be a custodian, adding nuances to include those under court orders or with parental consent, but explicitly excludes those whose parental rights have been terminated. Previously, the definition might have been less specific or inclusive of these conditions.

Relevant Terms

Public safety
Custodian
Orders of protection
Domestic abuse
Legal custody
Court-ordered parenting time

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 26, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 26, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety

Citations

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