Minnesota creates, expands limited statewide tenant right to counsel
05/19/2023
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Minnesota
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Legislation
, Housing - Evictions
In 2023, as part of a general budget bill, Minnesota created a right to appointed counsel for public housing tenants who are not able to afford counsel and who are threatened with eviction for an alleged breach of lease. It is now codified as MN. Stat. § 504B.268.
In 2024, the State expanded the right to counsel to cover Rental Assistance Demonstration housing, or RAD.
The NCCRC has consulted with Minnesota advocates on the bill language and provided supportive testimony.
Appointment of Counsel: Yes
Qualified: Yes
