Senator Mark Koran (R–North Branch) has introduced legislation to protect Minnesota peace officers from unfair and potentially career-ending discipline.

Senate File 325 would prohibit law enforcement agencies from automatically disciplining, suspending, demoting, or firing an officer solely because they appear on a Brady-Giglio list, a prosecutor-maintained list of officers with alleged credibility issues

“Clear, uniform standards ensure fairness and consistency for peace officers across Minnesota,” said Sen. Koran. “Law enforcement agencies need a clear process when it comes to Brady-Giglio designations, and officers need a defined path to challenge such designations. Giving officers basic due process protection so their careers can’t be ruined by a single prosecutor is critical.”

The bill also creates a task force to study how these lists are used in Minnesota and recommend fairer rules for adding or removing officers from them.

The Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA) supports the bill.

“Clear guidance in this area is essential to maintaining the integrity of prosecutions, protecting due process, and supporting effective collaboration between prosecutors and law enforcement agencies,” said Jeff Potts, Executive Director of MCPA.

The Minnesota Sheriffs’ Association (MSA), which represents 100% of the elected sheriffs in Minnesota, also supports S.F. 325

“The handling of Brady-Giglio matters varies not only from county to county but also between municipal prosecutors. This lack of consistency creates uncertainty for law enforcement officers, sheriff’s offices, and the communities that they proudly serve. A standardized framework is essential to eliminate discrepancies and ensure fairness in the management of these cases across the state,” said James Stuart, Executive Director and CEO of MSA.

The bill unanimously passed the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee and now heads to the Finance Committee.