Minnesota HF5029 establishes criminal penalties for bribing or corruptly influencing a juror.

Minnesota HF5029 amends Minnesota Statutes to introduce criminal penalties for bribing or corruptly influencing a juror. The bill specifies that offering, requesting, or receiving any benefit, reward, or consideration with the intent to influence a juror's vote or position is a felony. Violators face up to ten years in prison, a fine of up to $20,000, or both. The law applies to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026.

Minnesota HF5029 establishes criminal penalties for bribing or corruptly influencing a juror.

Minnesota HF5029 amends Minnesota Statutes to introduce criminal penalties for bribing or corruptly influencing a juror. The bill specifies that offering, requesting, or receiving any benefit, reward, or consideration with the intent to influence a juror's vote or position is a felony. Violators face up to ten years in prison, a fine of up to $20,000, or both. The law applies to crimes committed on or after August 1, 2026.