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 apology letter submission, provided that the victim has requested such notification.

The notification process requires victims to submit a written request to the appropriate authorities, either at the county correctional facility or the Department of Corrections. The bill stipulates that this notification must occur within 90 days of the apology letter being filed. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure that crime victims are kept informed about developments related to their cases, particularly in instances where offenders express remorse through apology letters.

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