Fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle crime modified, actions by peace officers in police pursuits authorized, and civil liability addressed.

Summary

The bill requires Minnesota State Patrol officers to make reasonable efforts to catch drivers who flee a peace officer, and it declares that such fleeing creates an immediate threat of death or serious injury to the public. It also restates that deadly force may be used only when an objectively reasonable officer believes it is necessary to protect life or prevent great bodily harm. The law would take effect on August 1, 2026.

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