Requirements modification for identifying and verifying a candidate's residence on an affidavit of candidacy

SF 2693 modifies Minnesota's requirements for verifying a candidate's residence on an affidavit of candidacy. Candidates must now submit proof of address (such as a driver's license or approved documentation) and can request privacy for their address if they provide safety documentation (e.g., police report or order for protection). False statements on these forms carry criminal penalties, including up to 90 days in jail or a $10,000 fine. The bill applies to most elected offices, excluding judicial, county attorney, and sheriff positions.