Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF309

Introduced
1/11/23  

Caption

Level III predatory offender electronic surveillance required while under community correctional supervision.

Impact

If enacted, HF309 will have a significant impact on the management of predatory offenders in Minnesota. By instituting electronic surveillance as a condition of their supervised release, the bill seeks to reduce the risk of recidivism and enhance public safety. The implementation of this measure will likely involve the appropriation of state funds to cover the costs associated with monitoring technology and administrative support for the corrections department.

Summary

House File 309 (HF309) is legislation that addresses public safety concerns by mandating electronic surveillance for level III predatory offenders while they are under community correctional supervision. The bill modifies existing provisions in the Minnesota Statutes, specifically section 244.05, to ensure that all level III offenders are subjected to strict monitoring. This initiative aims to enhance safety for communities by closely tracking these high-risk individuals during their release period.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding HF309 centers on the implications of increased surveillance on offenders' rights and rehabilitation efforts. Critics may argue that such measures could hinder reintegration into society, particularly if offenders feel they are being excessively monitored. Supporters, meanwhile, contend that the enhanced oversight is necessary given the potential risks associated with level III offenders, thus prioritizing community safety over individual privacy concerns.

Companion Bills

MN SF107

Similar To Level III predatory offenders requirement they be subject to electronic surveillance while under community correctional supervision

Previously Filed As

MN HF932

Level III predatory offenders required to be subject to electronic surveillance while under community correctional supervision, and money appropriated.

MN SB2236

Earned-release supervision; require Parole Board to approve release of offenders.

MN HF3233

Risk level III predatory offender name changes made public information.

MN HF131

Persons subject to stays of adjudication in criminal sexual conduct cases required to register as predatory offenders.

MN H0045

Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators

MN SF3419

Risk level III predatory offender name change is public information provision

MN S0212

Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators

MN SF1721

Reporting requirements clarification related to community supervision

MN SB2050

Corrections; extend repealer on intensive supervision program and electronic home detention.

MN HB951

Corrections; extend repealer on intensive supervision program and electronic home detention.

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