New laws, rules, and policies take effect Jan. 1, 2024
New laws, rules, and policies take effect Jan. 1, 2024
Posted: Friday, December 22, 2023
Extreme Risk Protection Order
A family or household member, a chief law enforcement officer, a city or county attorney, or a guardian may request an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) from the court, which prohibits a respondent from purchasing or possessing a firearm while the order is in effect. Read more about extreme risk protection orders.
Sign and Release Warrant
The court is required in certain cases to issue a Sign and Release Warrant for a defendant, which does not authorize arrest. Law enforcement will serve and clear these warrants by providing the defendant a new court date. Read more about sign and release warrants.
Minnesota Pretrial Risk Assessment
Minnesota’s Pretrial Risk Assessment Form and Tool has been revised. Read more about the MNPAT-R.
Cameras in Courtroom
The Minnesota Supreme Court has amended the rules governing audio and visual coverage of criminal proceedings. Read the Court’s order and find Notice of Coverage and Victim/Witness forms.
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