This bill aims to enhance the regulation of automated license plate reader (ALPR) data practices in Minnesota by centralizing the management of such data within the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.824, to establish the BCA as the central repository for all data collected by ALPRs, which must be maintained in accordance with specific guidelines. The bill introduces new definitions, including that of a "law enforcement agency," and outlines the types of data that can be collected, emphasizing that any data not explicitly authorized is prohibited. Additionally, it mandates that data unrelated to active criminal investigations must be destroyed within 48 hours, a reduction from the previous 60-day requirement.

Furthermore, the bill imposes stricter access controls on ALPR data, requiring law enforcement agencies to establish written procedures for data access and limiting access to authorized personnel only. It also prohibits the sharing of ALPR data outside the state unless mandated by a court order or judicial warrant. The legislation includes provisions regulating the use of ALPR systems by private entities, ensuring that data collection is transparent and consensual. By December 1, 2026, law enforcement agencies must transfer all non-investigative ALPR data to the BCA, reinforcing the centralized management of this sensitive information.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.824