Legal and Court Advocacy - Southern Valley Alliance
103 3rd Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379
Call
Donations accepted; none
Carver County, MN
Scott County, MN
Description
Southern Valley Alliance partners with law enforcement, attorneys, and other agencies to advocate for and empower survivors to navigate the civil and/or criminal justice system. Services include: - Accompaniment civil court hearings and assistance throughout the court process - Court Advocacy Program: Assist survivors of domestic violence with obtaining immediate and long-term legal protections, as well as companionship during the petition and court hearing processes. Advocates provide survivors with a network of support and help survivors navigate the civil and criminal court processes surrounding domestic violence. - Emergency 911 cell phones - Explanations regarding the court process and judgments - Help with filing for protection orders such as an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order - Referrals to attorneys, victim assistance providers, and crisis intervention programs - Safety planning
Last assured
10/11/2024
What's Here
Providing organization
Southern Valley Alliance
Community advocacy program which serves victims of domestic violence living in Carver and Scott counties
