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SF760 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Victim of a crime charging for towing or impounding of vehicle prohibition, sale of crime victim's vehicle prohibition for 180 days, reimbursement for sale of a crime victim's vehicle by the government provision, charging the victim of a crime any fine or fee prohibition and law enforcement agencies investigation of reports of stolen vehicles and providing of updates requirement.

Related bill: HF762

AI Generated Summary

Senate Bill No. 760 is a legislative proposal that aims to protect the rights and finances of crime victims with regards to their motor vehicles. Here are the main points of the bill:

  1. No Charges for Towing or Impounding: The bill prohibits charging crime victims any fees for towing or impounding their vehicle if it was involved in a crime.

  2. Protection Against Vehicle Sale: It prevents the sale of a crime victim's vehicle by any unit of government for 180 days after it has been impounded.

  3. Reimbursement for Sold Vehicles: If a crime victim's vehicle is sold by a government unit, the bill mandates reimbursement to the vehicle owner.

  4. Prohibition of Fines or Fees to Victims: Crime victims will not be charged any fines or fees related to the crime-related use of their vehicle.

  5. Mandatory Investigation Updates: Law enforcement agencies are required to investigate reports of stolen vehicles diligently and provide updates on the investigation to the victim.

The bill seeks to amend several sections of Minnesota Statutes to incorporate these changes and better protect the rights of crime victims regarding their vehicles.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 29, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 29, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toTransportation

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Defines 'crime victims vehicle' with specific conditions under which a vehicle is classified as such."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill amends existing statute section 168B.011 by adding a new subdivision regarding crime victims' vehicles.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "168B.011"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Introduces new rules prohibiting charging crime victims for towing or impounding fees."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill modifies section 168B.051 by adding a new subdivision concerning handling fees associated with crime victims' vehicles.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "168B.051"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Prohibits the sale of such vehicles for 180 days post-theft or crime report."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Changes are made to section 168B.06 by adding a new subdivision, focusing on the sale of crime victims' vehicles.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "168B.06"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requires government entities to reimburse crime victims if their vehicle is sold during the prohibition period."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill adds a new subdivision to section 168B.07 concerning reimbursement for sale of crime victims' vehicles by a government unit.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "168B.07"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Mandates law enforcement to report back to crime victims on the status of stolen vehicle investigations."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Amendments include adding a subdivision to section 168B.08 regarding investigation obligations.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "168B.08"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Prevents charging crime victims any fines or fees for vehicle-related issues stemming from their victimization."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Section 169.042 sees new provisions with an added subdivision tackling fines and fees relief for crime victims.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "169.042"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Outlines mechanisms for financial support from state funds for vehicle damages or losses."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill impacts section 611A.675 subdivision 1 by introducing provisions relevant to victim support in vehicle-related crimes.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "611A.675"
  }
]

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