The bill modifies the consideration of juvenile court records in health and human services background studies, specifically addressing disqualification periods for individuals with juvenile records. It allows for a set aside of disqualifications based on conduct or convictions in an individual's juvenile record. The bill amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, including provisions that specify how juvenile court records are to be reviewed and the implications of findings related to delinquency petitions. Notably, it establishes that a finding of a proven delinquency petition in juvenile court will disqualify an individual from direct contact services for five years, with specific conditions outlined for when the disqualification period begins.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new five-year disqualification period for certain offenses and clarifies the circumstances under which disqualifications can be set aside. It specifies that individuals disqualified for crimes or conduct listed in section 245C.15 may not have their disqualification set aside unless they meet certain criteria, while also allowing for variances in specific cases, such as for individuals under 18 years of age. The effective date for these changes is set for background studies requested on or after August 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 245C.08, 245C.15, 609.21, 245C.24