This bill aims to enhance public safety by modifying certain trespass offenses related to immigration enforcement. It mandates that any civil immigration enforcement actions require a warrant signed by a judicial officer, along with probable cause to believe that the individual is present on the premises. Specifically, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.605, to include new provisions that make it a misdemeanor for individuals to enter premises or school property for civil immigration enforcement without the necessary warrant and probable cause. Additionally, it prohibits peace officers and jailers from detaining individuals solely based on civil immigration warrants.

The bill also introduces new legal definitions and clarifies existing terms, such as defining "judicial officer" and specifying the conditions under which trespassing is considered a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor. It includes provisions for trespassing on school property and school buses, ensuring that enforcement actions are conducted lawfully. The effective date for these changes is set for the day following final enactment, applying to crimes committed on or after that date. Overall, the bill seeks to protect individuals from unlawful detention and ensure that immigration enforcement is conducted with proper legal authority.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 609.605