This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.825, subdivision 2, to enhance the public accessibility of data collected by portable recording systems, particularly concerning elected officials. The new language specifies that data on an elected official who is charged with a felony will become public 14 days after a criminal complaint is filed. Additionally, the bill clarifies that data related to the use of force by peace officers resulting in death must be made available to the deceased individual's next of kin and legal representatives within five days of a request, with certain redactions as required by law.

The bill also includes provisions for the release of portable recording system data within 14 days following an incident involving the use of force, unless a law enforcement agency asserts that public disclosure would interfere with an ongoing investigation. Other amendments include the reclassification of certain data and the establishment of procedures for individuals to challenge the classification of data as private or nonpublic. The effective date of these changes is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.825