This bill aims to enhance public safety by mandating the disclosure of personnel data related to peace officers and potential government witnesses to prosecuting authorities, ensuring compliance with constitutional obligations for evidence disclosure. It introduces a Brady-Giglio designation for peace officers, which identifies those with credibility issues that may affect their testimony in criminal cases. The bill establishes a task force to evaluate Brady-Giglio lists, develop policies for handling such designations, and recommend procedures for officers to challenge their inclusion on these lists.

Key amendments include the addition of a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.43, which requires the release of personnel data to prosecuting authorities without the need for a court order, provided the data pertains to officers who may serve as witnesses in criminal prosecutions. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the task force, including the creation of a statewide system to track officers with misconduct histories and the development of criteria for Brady-Giglio designations. The task force is required to report its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025, and will dissolve upon submission of this report.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.03, 13.43, 626.8457