Court permitted to stay certain writs of recovery for up to 15 days.

This bill allows Minnesota courts to delay issuing eviction writs for up to 15 days in most eviction cases, with exceptions for cases involving nuisance, safety threats, or property damage. Under current law, courts must immediately issue eviction orders after finding for a landlord, but this change permits a temporary stay to give tenants time to find new housing or address the issue. The law also requires stricter justification for delaying eviction orders in cases involving domestic violence or stalking, where courts must document specific extraordinary circumstances before granting a delay. The changes apply to eviction cases that are pending on or after August 1, 2026.