Rights and Services for All Crime Victims

You have the right to apply for financial help for losses resulting from a violent crime to the Crime Victims Reimbursement Program. This assistance does not cover property losses. For an application and information, call 651-201-7300 or 888-622-8799 or go to the Office of Justice Programs Website: ojp.dps.mn.gov
 

You have the right to request that the law enforcement agency withhold public access to data revealing your identity. The law enforcement agency will decide if this is possible.
 

You have the right to be notified if an offender is charged, to participate in the prosecution process, and to request restitution upon conviction. 

 

If you feel your rights as a victim have been violated, call the Crime Victim Justice Unit at 651-201--7310 or 800-247-0390. 
 

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Rights for Victims of Domestic Violence

If you are victim of domestic violence, you can file a petition with the court for an order for protection and ask that the person responsible for the domestic violence:

1.    Be restrained from further acts of abuse;
2.    Leave your household;
3.    Stay away from your residence, school, business, or place of employment; and
4.    Pay temporary support to you and for the minor child if the person is legally obligated to do so.

In your petition, you can request a custody and parenting time order for a child in common with the person.

You have the right to be notified if prosecution of the case is declined or criminal charges are dismissed.

For help in finding local assistance with Orders for Protection or Harassment Restraining Orders, contact Minnesota Day One Crisis Line: Call 866-223-1111 or text 612-399-9995. . 

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Finding Help

Find help here or contact your local law enforcement agency.

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Statutory Notification Requirements for Law Enforcement

Law enforcement officers must distribute an initial notice of rights and resources to all crime victims at first contact. Minnesota Statutes section 611A.02, subd. 2(b).

Law enforcement officers must provide additional information in the initial notice to all domestic abuse victims. Minnesota Statutes section 629.341, subd. 3.