Criminal Legal Advice, Education and Representation - Neighborhood Justice Center
Resource Name:Criminal Legal Advice, Education and Representation - Neighborhood Justice Center
address
500 Laurel Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Eligibility
- Residents who are low-income in Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties for most services
- Expungement assistance available to residents who are low-income of Ramsey County only
Required documents
- Bring all documents related to the legal issue, including any paperwork received concerning the case
- Provide the names, phone numbers, and addresses of all persons involved
- Preparing and bringing a written summary of the legal situation will help maximize the time with the attorney
- If possible, obtain copies of court records and Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) records ahead of time
- To request court records from the Minnesota Court Information System (MNCIS), visit any state courthouse in person or go to www.mncourts.gov/caserecords
- Complete records can only be obtained in person at the courthouse ($10 fee for each record)
Hours
Fax
·Fax
Voice
·Intake
Application process
Fees
Service area
Delivers free and low‑cost legal services designed to ensure fair treatment in the justice system, including:
- Community outreach and education: Workshops and resources to inform individuals, refugees, immigrants, and other underserved populations about their rights and navigating the legal system
- Comprehensive criminal defense: Legal representation for individuals charged with misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, or felonies in Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington Counties
- Expungement services: Assistance for eligible clients to seal or erase past arrests or convictions, improving access to employment, housing, and other opportunities
- Legal advice and consultation: Free or reduced-cost guidance for individuals with limited income who have legal questions
- Treatment-court representation: Legal support in mental health, substance-use, DWI, and related court cases
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Providing organization
A nonprofit community‑based law firm that provides free criminal defense and expungement services to individuals who are low-income.