Minnesota § 609.275 - ATTEMPT TO COERCE

Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 609.275 — ATTEMPT TO COERCE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 609.275. ATTEMPT TO COERCE

Whoever makes a threat within the meaning of section 609.27, subdivision 1, clauses (1) to (6), but fails to cause the intended act or forbearance, commits an attempt to coerce and may be punished as provided in section 609.17.

History:

1963 c 753 art 1 s 609.275; 2016 c 126 s 5

Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes

Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 609.275

What does Minnesota Statutes § 609.275 cover?

Section 609.275 ("ATTEMPT TO COERCE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Minnesota § 609.275?

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