Minnesota SF2099 extends victim notification to include violations of orders for protection and harassment restraining orders not prosecuted.

Minnesota SF2099 amends existing statutes to extend victim notification requirements to include violations of orders for protection and harassment restraining orders not prosecuted. Prosecutors must inform victims of domestic assault, criminal sexual conduct, harassment, stalking, or violations of these orders about the method and benefits of seeking an order for protection or a restraining order. The bill also mandates that a record be made of the specific reasons for dismissing charges and requires the distribution of notices detailing victims' rights and available resources.

Minnesota SF2099 extends victim notification to include violations of orders for protection and harassment restraining orders not prosecuted.

Minnesota SF2099 amends existing statutes to extend victim notification requirements to include violations of orders for protection and harassment restraining orders not prosecuted. Prosecutors must inform victims of domestic assault, criminal sexual conduct, harassment, stalking, or violations of these orders about the method and benefits of seeking an order for protection or a restraining order. The bill also mandates that a record be made of the specific reasons for dismissing charges and requires the distribution of notices detailing victims' rights and available resources.