Requirements for identifying and verifying a candidate's residence on an affidavit of candidacy modified, and criminal penalty provided.

HF 1872 modifies how candidates for Minnesota elected office must verify their residence on their campaign paperwork. It requires candidates to provide matching proof of address (like a driver's license) when filing, and allows them to request address privacy if they have safety concerns (e.g., police reports or protection orders). The bill adds a criminal penalty: candidates who knowingly provide false address information face up to 90 days in jail or a $10,000 fine. It applies to most candidates but excludes judicial offices, county attorneys, and county sheriffs. The changes take effect after the bill is signed, applying to future filing periods.