Minnesota HF2092 requires prosecuting authorities to seek protective orders for evidence offensive to common sensibilities, especially when it could.

Minnesota HF2092, also known as the "Jay Boughton Evidence Access Act," mandates that prosecuting authorities must seek protective orders from the court for evidence that is clearly offensive to common sensibilities. This applies to evidence that could cause significant disruption to the privacy or severe emotional distress to victims or third parties, especially minors. The bill allows the evidence to be filed under seal to prevent unnecessary disclosure, while still ensuring that defendants can access the evidence under the Rules of Criminal Procedure.

Minnesota HF2092 requires prosecuting authorities to seek protective orders for evidence offensive to common sensibilities, especially when it could.

Minnesota HF2092, also known as the "Jay Boughton Evidence Access Act," mandates that prosecuting authorities must seek protective orders from the court for evidence that is clearly offensive to common sensibilities. This applies to evidence that could cause significant disruption to the privacy or severe emotional distress to victims or third parties, especially minors. The bill allows the evidence to be filed under seal to prevent unnecessary disclosure, while still ensuring that defendants can access the evidence under the Rules of Criminal Procedure.