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Office of Justice Programs

A Division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety
 

If you are a crime victim, help is available.

COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENT FOR CRIME VICTIMS


Advocacy programs remain open and crisis lines are running.

Anyone who is experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence, or sex trafficking is encouraged to reach out and seek help. The Minnesota Day One Crisis Line is operating 24/7 at 1-866-223-1111 or by text at 612-399-9995. More information can be found on the Day One website.

Victims of other crimes are encouraged to contact the Minnesota Crime Victim Support Line (24/7) for information and referral at 1-866-385-2699 or text 612-399-9977.

 

Finding help

Click here to find a victim service provider and other resources in Minnesota. During the COVID-19 health emergency, some programs may be providing services remotely, so please call ahead.



Financial Assistance

Victims of violent crime can file a claim for reparations for certain expenses related to the crime.

Emergency funds may be available for certain victims.  
  

Crime Victim Rights   

Victims in Minnesota have statutory rights regarding notification, participation, compensation, and protection.
 
Victims who feel their crime victim rights have been violated or they have been mistreated by a member or entity of the criminal justice system can contact the Crime Victim Justice Unit.
 
 

Crime Victim Brochures 

Crime Victim Rights                          Coping with Victimization
 
Juvenile Court Process                    Restitution   
 
Tips on Testifying                               Post Conviction Issues
 
After a Homicide                                 Sexual Assault Victims: Your Rights and Resources                            
 
Brochures in other languages are listed on the Professional Resources page and the Spanish, Somali, and Hmong Help for Crime Victim pages.
 
    

Other Helpful Publications 

   

Contact OJP 

 
Office of Justice Programs
 
Reparations : 651-201-7300 or 888-622-8799
Financial assistance to victims of violent crime
 
Crime Victim Justice Unit: 651-201-7310 or 800-247-0390
Information and referral; crime victim rights information and complaints
 
651-205-4827 TTY
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
 
Click here to find a victim service provider and other resources for victims in Minnesota