HF2644 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Definition of crime of violence modified for firearms crimes.
Related bill: SF667
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
The purpose of this bill is to modify the definition of "crime of violence" as it relates to firearm-related crimes in Minnesota. It aims to update the list of offenses considered as violent crimes for legal and enforcement purposes.
Main Provisions
- The bill specifically amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 624.712, subdivision 5.
- It provides a comprehensive list of offenses that are classified as "crimes of violence." These include serious offenses such as various degrees of murder, assault, robbery, kidnapping, and sexual conduct crimes.
- Notably, the bill categorizes crimes related to gang activities, drug facilitation, carjacking, terrorism, arson, burglary, and shootings associated with public transit vehicles as violent crimes.
- The statute also includes crimes committed while wearing bullet-resistant vests, and theft involving firearms or controlled substances, among others.
Significant Changes
- The inclusion and explicit listing of additional crimes under the definition of "crime of violence" may affect sentencing, eligibility for certain legal privileges, and firearm possession restrictions for individuals who are convicted of these offenses.
Relevant Terms
crime of violence, firearms crimes, felony convictions, murder, manslaughter, assault, robbery, kidnapping, sexual conduct, gang crimes, carjacking, drug facilitation, terrorism, arson, burglary, bullet-resistant vest, firearm theft, controlled substances.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Public Safety Finance and Policy |
Citations
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