Subdivision 1. Definitions. As used in this section:
(1) "place of public accommodation" has the meaning given in section 363A.03, subdivision 34, but excludes recreational trails;
(2) "criminal gang" has the meaning given in section 609.229, subdivision 1; and
(3) "obscene" has the meaning given in section 617.241, subdivision 1.
Subd. 2. Prohibition. (a) A place of public accommodation may not restrict access, admission, or usage to a person solely because the person operates a motorcycle or is wearing clothing that displays the name of an organization or association.
(b) This subdivision does not prohibit the restriction of access, admission, or usage to a person because:
(1) the person's conduct poses a risk to the health or safety of another or to the property of another; or
(2) the clothing worn by the person is obscene or includes the name or symbol of a criminal gang.
Subd. 3. Civil cause of action. A person injured by a violation of subdivision 2 may bring an action for actual damages, punitive damages under sections 549.191 and 549.20 in an amount not to exceed $500, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney fees in an amount not to exceed $500.
Subd. 4. Violation not a crime. Notwithstanding section 645.241, a violation of subdivision 2 is not a crime.
1998 c 367 art 11 s 18
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 604 - 605 — Civil Actions
Section 604.01 — Comparative Fault; Effect.
Section 604.02 — Apportionment Of Damages.
Section 604.03 — Useful Life Of Product.
Section 604.04 — Notice Of Possible Claim.
Section 604.055 — Waiver Of Liability For Negligent Conduct.
Section 604.06 — Fireman's Rule.
Section 604.10 — Economic Loss Arising From The Sale Of Goods.
Section 604.101 — Economic Loss Doctrine.
Section 604.11 — Medical Malpractice Cases.
Section 604.113 — Issuance Of Worthless Check.
Section 604.12 — Restrictions On Denying Access To Places Of Public Accommodation; Civil Actions.
Section 604.13 — Destruction Of Field Crop Products, Animals, Organisms, Or Cells; Civil Liability.
Section 604.14 — Civil Liability For Theft.
Section 604.15 — Civil Liability For Receiving Motor Fuel Without Paying.
Section 604.16 — Liability For Loss Suffered As A Result Of Peace Officer Pursuit; Penalties.
Section 604.17 — Civil Liability For Fraudulent Or Otherwise Improper Financing Statements.
Section 604.175 — Compliance With Debt Collection Requirements.
Section 604.18 — Insurance Standard Of Conduct.
Section 604.19 — Subversion Of Examination.
Section 604.201 — Cause Of Action For Sexual Exploitation.
Section 604.202 — Liability Of Employer.
Section 604.203 — Scope Of Discovery.
Section 604.204 — Admission Of Evidence.
Section 604.205 — Limitation Period.
Section 604.21 — Indemnity Agreements In Design Professional Services Contracts Void.