Minnesota HF766 enhances penalties for assaulting a police officer.

Minnesota HF766 amends the state's statutes to enhance penalties for assaulting a police officer. Physical assault on a peace officer is now classified as a felony, with potential imprisonment up to two years, a fine up to $4,000, or both. Assaults causing demonstrable bodily harm or involving the transfer of bodily fluids or feces are classified as more severe felonies, with potential imprisonment up to three years, a fine up to $6,000, or both. This change takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to crimes committed on or after that date.

Minnesota HF766 enhances penalties for assaulting a police officer.

Minnesota HF766 amends the state's statutes to enhance penalties for assaulting a police officer. Physical assault on a peace officer is now classified as a felony, with potential imprisonment up to two years, a fine up to $4,000, or both. Assaults causing demonstrable bodily harm or involving the transfer of bodily fluids or feces are classified as more severe felonies, with potential imprisonment up to three years, a fine up to $6,000, or both. This change takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to crimes committed on or after that date.