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

Independence Score: 69/100 (good)
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentLegislative appointment
Term length6 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 3 — Legislature, Office of the Legislative Auditor
Citation
Minn. Stat. §§ 3.97-3.979
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies, Metropolitan Council, and entities receiving state funds