Increases criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer in Minnesota.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to increase the criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer. It raises the misdemeanor penalty to a felony if the impersonator uses specific titles or markings, or if they operate a vehicle that could be mistaken for a law enforcement vehicle. The bill also increases penalties for repeat offenders within five years of a previous violation, making it a felony. The changes apply to those who impersonate peace officers with intent to mislead, gaining unauthorized access, or directing others without authority.

Increases criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer in Minnesota.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to increase the criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer. It raises the misdemeanor penalty to a felony if the impersonator uses specific titles or markings, or if they operate a vehicle that could be mistaken for a law enforcement vehicle. The bill also increases penalties for repeat offenders within five years of a previous violation, making it a felony. The changes apply to those who impersonate peace officers with intent to mislead, gaining unauthorized access, or directing others without authority.