Private attorneys provided with Minnesota Government Access to court records.

HF 2412 amends Minnesota Statutes to create a formal process for attorneys to access electronic court records through the Minnesota Government Access system. Licensed attorneys admitted in Minnesota can apply for an account to view and print case documents in state district courts. Government attorneys and civil legal services staff will access records free of charge, while private attorneys must pay a fee established by the judicial branch. The bill directly affects all attorneys seeking electronic access to court records across Minnesota's district courts. This changes the existing access framework by standardizing account eligibility and cost structures.