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HF2358 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Coercion crime causing great bodily harm or death of victim enhanced criminal penalties imposed.

Related bill: SF281

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.27, subdivision 2, which pertains to coercion crimes. It introduces an enhanced criminal penalty for certain coercion violations that proximately cause great bodily harm or death to the victim.

Key Provisions:

  1. Current Sentencing for Coercion Crimes:

    • Up to 90 days imprisonment and/or a $1,000 fine if the financial impact is under $300 or is not monetarily measurable.
    • Up to 5 years imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine if the financial impact is between $300 and $2,500.
    • Up to 10 years imprisonment and/or a $20,000 fine if the financial impact is $2,500 or more.

  2. Enhanced Penalty for Serious Harm or Death:

    • If a coercion crime (violating subdivision 1, clause 6) results in great bodily harm or death, the offender is guilty of a felony.
    • The penalty for this offense is up to 15 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $30,000, or both.

  3. Public Awareness Campaign:

    • The bill mentions provisions for a public awareness campaign, aimed at educating the public about the crime of coercion and its severe consequences.

Summary:

This bill strengthens penalties for coercion crimes in Minnesota, particularly in cases where the victim suffers serious physical harm or loss of life. It also seeks to raise public awareness about coercion-related offenses.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toPublic Safety Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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