Minnesota HF1397 makes the use of sign and release warrants optional for law enforcement.

Minnesota HF1397 amends the law to make the use of sign and release warrants optional for law enforcement. When a peace officer encounters a defendant who missed a court appearance, they must inform the defendant and may provide a new notice that includes a time to appear. The notice must be in writing and include the court file number or warrant number. The defendant may be asked to sign a form acknowledging receipt of the notice, but is not required to sign. After providing the notice, the peace officer must release the defendant at the scene and inactivate the warrant.

Minnesota HF1397 makes the use of sign and release warrants optional for law enforcement.

Minnesota HF1397 amends the law to make the use of sign and release warrants optional for law enforcement. When a peace officer encounters a defendant who missed a court appearance, they must inform the defendant and may provide a new notice that includes a time to appear. The notice must be in writing and include the court file number or warrant number. The defendant may be asked to sign a form acknowledging receipt of the notice, but is not required to sign. After providing the notice, the peace officer must release the defendant at the scene and inactivate the warrant.