Domestic assault by strangulations defined as a violent crime.

Summary

The bill changes the definition of “violent crime” in Minnesota statutes to include domestic assault by strangulation. It applies to offenses committed on or after August 1, 2026, affecting perpetrators, victims, and the criminal‑justice system. By reclassifying the act, the measure aims to ensure harsher treatment under existing violent‑crime provisions.

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