Clarifies powers exclusive to law enforcement officers in Minnesota, including unauthorized practice of law enforcement duties.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to clarify the powers exclusive to law enforcement officers. It specifies that only peace officers and part-time peace officers can perform certain duties, such as issuing citations, taking individuals into custody, and drafting search warrants. Unauthorized practice of these duties by non-officers is a misdemeanor. The bill also outlines the penalties for violations and designates the appropriate law enforcement agency to investigate such violations. The attorney general is responsible for prosecuting these violations.

Clarifies powers exclusive to law enforcement officers in Minnesota, including unauthorized practice of law enforcement duties.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to clarify the powers exclusive to law enforcement officers. It specifies that only peace officers and part-time peace officers can perform certain duties, such as issuing citations, taking individuals into custody, and drafting search warrants. Unauthorized practice of these duties by non-officers is a misdemeanor. The bill also outlines the penalties for violations and designates the appropriate law enforcement agency to investigate such violations. The attorney general is responsible for prosecuting these violations.