Minnesota § 604.204 - ADMISSION OF EVIDENCE
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 604.204 — ADMISSION OF EVIDENCE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 604.204. ADMISSION OF EVIDENCE
In an action for sexual exploitation, evidence of the plaintiff's sexual history is not admissible except when:
(1) the defendant requests a hearing prior to trial and makes an offer of proof of the relevancy of the history; and
(2) the court finds that the history is relevant and that the probative value of the history outweighs its prejudicial effect.
The court shall allow the admission only of specific information or examples of the plaintiff's conduct that are determined by the court to be relevant. The court's order shall detail the information or conduct that is admissible and no other such evidence may be introduced.
Violation of the terms of the order may be grounds for a new trial.
History:
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 604.204
What does Minnesota Statutes § 604.204 cover?
Section 604.204 ("ADMISSION OF EVIDENCE") 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 § 604.204?
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