This bill aims to prohibit government entities in Minnesota from requesting or obtaining reverse-location information and reverse-keyword data, which involves identifying individuals based on their online searches or location data. It establishes that no government entity can seek court orders for such data, make requests for it, or enforce any related orders from other states, except in cases of a declared sudden emergency. Additionally, any evidence obtained in violation of this prohibition would be inadmissible in legal proceedings, ensuring that individuals' privacy rights are protected.
Furthermore, the bill provides a civil cause of action for individuals whose identifying information is obtained unlawfully by government entities. Affected individuals must be notified of the violation and can seek damages, including $1,000 per violation or actual damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees. The bill outlines the legal recourse available to individuals and specifies the jurisdictions in which they can file their claims, reinforcing accountability for government entities that violate these privacy protections.