Minnesota SF1047 raises the age of consent from 16 to 18 for criminal sexual conduct offenses involving offenders over 21 years of age.

Minnesota SF1047 amends the state's criminal code to increase the age of consent from 16 to 18 in cases of criminal sexual conduct involving offenders who are over 21 years of age. This change applies to offenses where the complainant is under 18, and the actor is significantly older or in a position of authority. Mistake of age is not a defense unless the actor is no more than 60 months older than the complainant. The bill imposes criminal penalties and is effective from August 1, 2025.

Minnesota SF1047 raises the age of consent from 16 to 18 for criminal sexual conduct offenses involving offenders over 21 years of age.

Minnesota SF1047 amends the state's criminal code to increase the age of consent from 16 to 18 in cases of criminal sexual conduct involving offenders who are over 21 years of age. This change applies to offenses where the complainant is under 18, and the actor is significantly older or in a position of authority. Mistake of age is not a defense unless the actor is no more than 60 months older than the complainant. The bill imposes criminal penalties and is effective from August 1, 2025.