Minnesota HF3308 establishes a civil cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal, allowing victims to seek damages and penalties.

Minnesota HF3308 creates a legal avenue for individuals to pursue civil action against those who nonconsensually remove a condom during a sexual act. The bill defines "condom" and "intimate part," and outlines that sexual battery includes nonconsensual condom removal. Victims can seek damages, including general, special, and punitive damages, as well as a civil penalty up to $10,000, equitable relief, and attorney fees. The court must allow confidential filings to protect the plaintiff's privacy. This law takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to incidents occurring on or after that date.

Minnesota HF3308 establishes a civil cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal, allowing victims to seek damages and penalties.

Minnesota HF3308 creates a legal avenue for individuals to pursue civil action against those who nonconsensually remove a condom during a sexual act. The bill defines "condom" and "intimate part," and outlines that sexual battery includes nonconsensual condom removal. Victims can seek damages, including general, special, and punitive damages, as well as a civil penalty up to $10,000, equitable relief, and attorney fees. The court must allow confidential filings to protect the plaintiff's privacy. This law takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to incidents occurring on or after that date.