Minnesota SF647 amends the definition of "serious crime" for recall of state officials.

Minnesota SF647 amends the definition of "serious crime" for the purposes of recalling state officials. The bill specifies that a "serious crime" includes crimes punished as felonies, gross misdemeanors, or misdemeanors involving assault, threats, dishonesty, coercion, obstruction of justice, or controlled substances. This change applies to recall petitions initiated after the bill's effective date.

Minnesota SF647 amends the definition of "serious crime" for recall of state officials.

Minnesota SF647 amends the definition of "serious crime" for the purposes of recalling state officials. The bill specifies that a "serious crime" includes crimes punished as felonies, gross misdemeanors, or misdemeanors involving assault, threats, dishonesty, coercion, obstruction of justice, or controlled substances. This change applies to recall petitions initiated after the bill's effective date.