Audit
Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor
OLA-MN
69/100
Summary
The Minnesota Legislative Auditor is appointed by the Legislative Audit Commission to a six-year term. The office performs financial and program evaluation audits of state agencies and other entities.
Independence Scorecard
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 6 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 3 — Legislature, Office of the Legislative Auditor
- Citation
- Minn. Stat. §§ 3.97-3.979
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State agencies, Metropolitan Council, and entities receiving state funds