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DSAR Requirements in Minnesota (MCDPA)

Minnesota DSAR requirements: consumer rights, response deadlines, identity verification, and penalties under the MCDPA.

Last updated: 2026-02-08

Consumer Rights That Trigger DSARs

Minnesota consumers can submit requests to:

  • Access all personal data you hold about them
  • Correct inaccurate personal data
  • Delete personal data you collected
  • Port their data in a portable, machine-readable format
  • Opt out of the sale of personal data
  • Opt out of targeted advertising
  • Opt out of profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects
  • Question profiling results (unique to Minnesota)

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your business.

Response Deadline

45 days from receipt. You can extend by an additional 45 days if reasonably necessary — but you must notify the consumer of the extension and the reason.

Identity Verification

Required before fulfilling any request. Minnesota specifies that verification must be proportionate to the sensitivity and risk of the data involved.

Appeal Process

If you deny a request, the consumer can appeal. You must provide notice of their right to contact the Minnesota Attorney General if the appeal is denied.

Penalties

  • $7,500 per violation
  • 30-day cure period available until July 31, 2026
  • No private right of action — only the Attorney General can enforce

Enforced by the Minnesota Attorney General.

DSAR-Specific Exemptions

You may decline or limit a request when the data is needed to:

  • Comply with a legal obligation
  • Detect security incidents or protect against fraud
  • Complete a transaction the consumer requested

Sensitive data (racial/ethnic origin, religious beliefs, health data, biometric data, geolocation, children's data) requires opt-in consent before processing.

Who This Applies To

Businesses that process personal data of 100K+ Minnesota consumers or 25K+ consumers with 25%+ revenue from data sales (note: 25% threshold, lower than most states' 50%).

For the full Minnesota privacy law guide, see boringgovernance.com.

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