Minnesota State Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today issued the following statement regarding reports that attorneys for Democrat Senator Nicole Mitchell requested to postpone her trial for felony first-degree burglary until after the 2025 legislative session. 

“I am reminded of the old legal maxim: ‘justice delayed is justice denied.’ Postponing Senator Mitchell’s trial until after session would be a significant misalignment of priorities, which should be first and foremost justice for the victim of this crime. Senator Mitchell’s constituents, the Minnesota Senate, and most importantly, Senator Mitchell’s victim deserve a speedy resolution to this case.  

“Senator Mitchell continues to cast votes while facing a serious accusation of felony burglary. This has eroded trust in the institution, and it should be resolved as soon as possible.  

“Decisive action is not only warranted; justice requires it.”