Minnesota HF4358 mandates the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to develop sexual assault investigation training for peace officers and requires.

Minnesota HF4358 requires the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to develop and maintain a 14-hour specialized training program for peace officers investigating sexual assault. The training must follow a victim-centered, trauma-informed approach, covering topics such as the neurobiology of trauma, trauma-informed interviewing, and evidence collection. Peace officers must complete this training within one year of assignment and every three years thereafter. Additionally, a one-hour continuing education course must be completed annually.

Minnesota HF4358 mandates the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to develop sexual assault investigation training for peace officers and requires.

Minnesota HF4358 requires the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to develop and maintain a 14-hour specialized training program for peace officers investigating sexual assault. The training must follow a victim-centered, trauma-informed approach, covering topics such as the neurobiology of trauma, trauma-informed interviewing, and evidence collection. Peace officers must complete this training within one year of assignment and every three years thereafter. Additionally, a one-hour continuing education course must be completed annually.