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. Key provisions include the establishment of a Brady-Giglio designation for peace officers, which identifies those with credibility issues that must be disclosed in criminal prosecutions. The bill amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, including provisions that require law enforcement agencies to release personnel data to prosecuting authorities without needing a court order, and it provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for entities that comply with these disclosure requirements.

Additionally, the bill establishes a task force tasked with examining Brady-Giglio lists and making recommendations on the minimum requirements for impeachment evidence, the process for challenging inclusion on a "Do Not Call" list, and the advisability of a statewide tracking system for officers with misconduct histories. The task force will consist of various stakeholders, including attorneys, public defenders, law enforcement representatives, and community members, and is required to report its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025. The act will take effect the day after its final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.03, 13.43, 626.8457