Subd. 1. General.

A person who is harmed by a violation of sections 626A.35 to 626A.39 may bring a civil action against the person who violated these sections for damages and other appropriate relief, including:

1. (1) preliminary and equitable or declaratory relief; and
2. (2) reasonable costs and attorney fees.

Subd. 2. Limitation.

An action under this section must be commenced within two years after:

1. (1) the occurrence of the violation; or
2. (2) the date upon which the claimant first had a reasonable opportunity to discover the violation.

Subd. 3. Defenses.

1. (1) A good faith reliance on a court warrant or order, a grand jury subpoena, or a statutory authorization; or

2. (2) a good faith reliance on a request of an investigative or law enforcement officer under United States Code, title 18, section 2518(7)

   is a complete defense against any civil or criminal action brought under sections 626A.35 to 626A.39.