Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateMinnesotaIntroduced
HF 3404: Criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer increased, crime of impersonating a peace officer while possessing a firearm established, enhanced penalties established, persons presenting as peace officers required to fulfill duty to identify, and criminal penalties established.
Ginny Klevorn
HF 3404 status: Introduced — Effective date 08/01/2026 (updated Aug 1, 2026).
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OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
77OUT OF 100
Score:77/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 55/100
Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
Criminal penalty for impersonating a peace officer increased, crime of impersonating a peace officer while possessing a firearm established, enhanced penalties established, persons presenting as peace officers required to fulfill duty to identify, and criminal penalties established.. Currently in House.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Increases general public safety
- Improves community trust in law enforcement
- Deters dangerous criminal impersonation
Risks
- Potential for confusion during high-stakes encounters
- Increased prison population from new penalties
- Risk of enforcement discretion discrepancies
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Codifies duty for officers to identify themselves
- Enhances transparency in law enforcement contacts
- Establishes clear behavioral expectations
Risks
- Administrative burden on peace officers
- Potential for litigation over procedural compliance
- Ambiguity in 'duty to identify' definitions
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Reduces risks from criminal impersonators
- Enhances security for civilian populations
- Provides legal deterrents for armed impersonation
Risks
- Increased risk of escalation during stops
- Procedural disputes regarding identification timing
- Potential for weapon-related safety incidents
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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