Penalty enhancement for assaulting a police officer
SF 754 (Penalty enhancement for assaulting a police officer) amends Minnesota law to increase penalties for assaulting peace officers. It makes it a felony (up to 3 years in prison or $6,000 fine) if an assault causes demonstrable bodily harm or involves throwing bodily fluids or feces at an officer. This directly affects individuals who commit these specific acts against police during lawful duties. The bill takes effect August 1, 2025, applying to crimes committed after that date.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2025
Last action Jan 30, 2025
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Jan 30, 2025
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Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Jan 30, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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