Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 123 - Sentencing Guidelines Commission
Here’s what the Minnesota Administrative Rules say about Agency 123 – Sentencing Guidelines Commission (Chapter 3000):
📘 Chapter 3000 – SENTENCING GUIDELINES (Agency 123)
This chapter outlines the formal rulemaking procedures the Mn Sentencing Guidelines Commission must follow when adopting or revising sentencing guidelines. It includes:
Part 3000.0100 – Purpose and Scope
Describes that the rules (3000.0100–3000.0600) govern how sentencing severity levels and criminal history scores are proposed and adopted (law.cornell.edu, mn.gov).
Part 3000.0200 – Notice of Hearing
Specifies how and when public notice must be given before holding a hearing to amend guidelines.
Part 3000.0300 – Conduct of Hearings
Defines procedures for conducting public hearings, including how testimony is recorded.
Part 3000.0400 – Receipt of Written Materials
Details how written comments or evidence can be submitted to the Commission.
Part 3000.0500 – Hearing Record
Addresses how the record of the hearing is compiled and maintained.
Part 3000.0600 – Amendment Adoption
Explains the official process for adopting or modifying parts of the sentencing guidelines following public hearings.
These rules ensure transparency, public engagement, and due process when the Commission updates sentencing policies.
🔗 Access & Updates
The official Revisor site hosts the full text of Agency 123/Chapter 3000, including each part with its detailed language (regulations.justia.com).
Justia and Cornell provide useful summaries, but the Revisor is the most authoritative source .
💡 Why It Matters
The Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission uses these rules to:
Control the timeline and notice for changes.
Facilitate public hearings and incorporation of public feedback.
Manage the official record-keeping of proposals and amendments.
Ensure final changes are formally adopted under administrative procedure laws.
If you're tracking or participating in the rulemaking process (e.g., commenting on proposed severity-level changes), these parts define exactly how and when you can engage.
🔍 Need More?
Read the full rule text (3000.0100–0600) on the Revisor’s site.
Check recent Rulemaking Dockets on the Commission’s official page for updates or proposed amendments (mn.gov, assets.senate.mn, regulations.justia.com).
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