Clothing Minnesota

You cannot wear a mask in public to conceal your identity.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

It is a misdemeanor to wear a mask, hood, or disguise in a public place with the intent to hide who you are. Originally passed in the 1920s to combat the Ku Klux Klan, the law remains active today. Exemptions are carved out for religious garments, weather protection, and medical reasons.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Minnesota Statutes § 609.735

Where to look:

Minnesota Criminal Code

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