Minnesota § 5.01 - CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS AND STATE SEAL
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 5.01 — CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS AND STATE SEAL, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.01. CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS AND STATE SEAL
The secretary of state shall be the custodian of the state seal and of all records and documents of the state not expressly required by law to be kept by other state officials.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 5.01
What does Minnesota Statutes § 5.01 cover?
Section 5.01 ("CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS AND STATE SEAL") 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 § 5.01?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 5.01 apply to my situation?
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