This bill aims to enhance public safety by regulating the sale or transfer of public safety vehicles to the public. It establishes a new section in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 169, which defines "public safety vehicle" and prohibits the sale or transfer of such vehicles unless all identifying equipment and insignia that could mislead the public are removed. This includes emergency lights, sirens, and other related equipment. Additionally, public safety agencies and sellers must provide a certificate of compliance confirming the removal of these markings before the sale can be finalized.

The bill also outlines penalties for violations, including liability for damages caused by the vehicle's use in a crime and a civil penalty of $2,500. The collected penalties will be directed to the Minnesota victims of crime account. The attorney general is authorized to enforce these provisions, and there is an exemption for vehicles sold for collection or display purposes, provided they are not used for general transportation and are registered accordingly.