This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to enhance the rights of crime victims by requiring notification when an offender submits a letter of apology. Specifically, it updates section 611A.02, subdivision 2, to include a new right for victims to be informed of such apologies, alongside existing rights related to reparations, identity protection, and participation in the prosecution process. The bill also adds a new subdivision to section 611A.06, which mandates that the commissioner of corrections or other custodial authority make a good faith effort to notify victims of an offender's apology letter submission, provided the victim has requested such notification.

The notification process requires victims to submit a written request to the appropriate authorities, and the notification must occur within 90 days of the apology letter being filed. This legislative change aims to ensure that victims are kept informed and can engage with the justice process more fully, thereby reinforcing their rights and support within the legal system.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 611A.02, 611A.06