SF2510 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Criminal penalty for concealing a dead body increase
Related bill: HF2394
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, Section 609.502, Subdivision 1a, which pertains to penalties for concealing a dead body.
The amendment increases the criminal penalty for this offense. Specifically: - Previously, the maximum sentence for a conviction under Subdivision 1, Clause 1 was three years of imprisonment and a fine of up to $5,000. - Under the proposed amendment, the maximum sentence would be increased to 20 years of imprisonment and a fine of up to $20,000 or both.
The bill was introduced in the Minnesota Senate by Senator Seeberger and referred to the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee for further review.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
| March 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
Citations
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"summary": "The bill increases the criminal penalty for concealing a dead body under section 609.502, subdivision 1a.",
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"Increases maximum imprisonment from three years to 20 years and fine from 5000 to 20000 dollars."
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