2025 Session Last amended: 2023 session

§ 629.01 — Definitions

Plain-Language Summary

This section defines key terms used throughout Minnesota's criminal arrest and extradition laws. It explains what 'governor,' 'executive authority,' and 'state' mean in sections 629.01 through 629.29. It also clarifies that committing an act 'in this state' means the person was physically in Minnesota.

629.01 DEFINITIONS.

Where appearing in sections 629.01 to 629.29, the term “governor” includes any person performing the functions of governor by authority of the law of this state. The term “executive authority” includes the governor, and any person performing the functions of governor in a state other than this state. The term “state,” referring to a state other than this state, includes any other state or territory, organized or unorganized, of the United States. The terms “committing an act in this state” and “acts committed in this state” include any action taken while the person is physically present in this state.

History:

(10547-11) 1939 c 240 s 1; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1; 2023 c 31 s 9

History: History: (10547-11) 1939 c 240 s 1; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1; 2023 c 31 s 9

Practical Notes

When this applies: When reading or applying Minnesota’s arrest and extradition statutes (sections 629.01 through 629.29). Who this affects: Anyone involved in criminal arrest or extradition proceedings in Minnesota, including defendants, law enforcement, and attorneys. Key points: ‘Governor’ includes anyone acting as governor; ’executive authority’ covers governors of other states; ‘state’ includes all U.S. states and territories; ‘acts committed in this state’ requires physical presence in Minnesota.

Source: Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes