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 charged with a felony becomes 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 timely release of portable recording system data following incidents involving the use of force by peace officers, mandating that such data be released no later than 14 days after the incident unless a compelling reason is provided by the chief law enforcement officer. 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