Civilian Review
Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training
MN POST Board
32/100
Summary
The 17-member POST Board (4 public civilians, 13 LE representatives) is the statewide decertification authority for all licensed peace officers. Under 2023 reforms it may revoke or suspend licenses based on conduct violations without waiting for criminal conviction, following an administrative hearing before an ALJ. Statute 626.8457 grants the board access to all agency data including BWC footage, IA files, and personnel records upon written request; agencies must comply within 45 days. The board does not independently investigate use-of-force incidents but receives findings from local agencies and the BCA FIU. Budget is set by the legislature.
Independence Scorecard
32/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | At will (weak protection) |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Minnesota Statutes Chapter 626, Peace Officers – POST Board
- Citation
- Minn. Stat. §§ 626.841–626.8457
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All licensed peace officers and law enforcement agencies statewide