The proposed bill seeks to enhance data privacy for judicial officials in Minnesota by classifying their personal information in real property records as private data. It amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, specifically sections 13.991, 480.40, and 480.45, and introduces new provisions in chapter 480 regarding the handling of personal information. Key changes include a requirement for judicial officials to submit written notice to the county recorder and the Office of the Secretary of State to protect their personal information. The bill also establishes that remedies for violations of this privacy protection depend on prior notification to the responsible authority, while defining terms such as "judicial official" and "real property records."

Additionally, the bill outlines new provisions for handling recorded documents and certificates of title that are not publicly viewable, mandating public notice and detailing the process for accessing these documents. It allows for retroactive application of real property notices to online records, with a requirement for the county recorder to process these notices within 60 days. The bill specifies who may request unredacted records for title examinations, including licensed professionals and individuals involved in real estate transactions with judicial officials, and allows county recorders to charge service fees for processing requests. All provisions are set to take effect on January 1, 2026, aiming to strengthen the privacy rights of judicial officials and their families.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.991, 480.40, 480.45, 609.63
1st Engrossment: 13.991, 480.40, 480.45