Minnesota HF4593 increases the statute of limitations for crimes involving medical assistance fraud or theft of government funds.

Minnesota HF4593 amends the statute of limitations for crimes involving medical assistance fraud or theft of government funds. The bill extends the time frame for filing indictments or complaints for these offenses. For offenses where the stolen property or services exceed $35,000 or involve eight or more victims, the statute of limitations is extended to five years. For theft of public funds, the statute of limitations is extended to 15 years. The changes apply to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026.

Minnesota HF4593 increases the statute of limitations for crimes involving medical assistance fraud or theft of government funds.

Minnesota HF4593 amends the statute of limitations for crimes involving medical assistance fraud or theft of government funds. The bill extends the time frame for filing indictments or complaints for these offenses. For offenses where the stolen property or services exceed $35,000 or involve eight or more victims, the statute of limitations is extended to five years. For theft of public funds, the statute of limitations is extended to 15 years. The changes apply to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026.