The bill amends the eligibility criteria for participation in the challenge incarceration program as outlined in Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 244.17, subdivision 3. It specifies that offenders convicted of certain serious crimes, including murder, manslaughter, and other violent offenses, remain ineligible for the program. Additionally, the bill introduces a new clause that disqualifies offenders committed to the commissioner’s custody for a violation of section 152.021, subdivision 1, while also renumbering the subsequent clauses accordingly.

Furthermore, the bill makes several deletions and insertions to clarify the eligibility requirements, including the removal of previous clauses that pertained to other offenses and conditions for eligibility. The changes aim to streamline the criteria and ensure that only appropriate offenders can participate in the program. The bill is set to take effect the day following its final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 244.17