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Municipal police services include: - Animal control - Criminal investigation - General crime reporting - Law enforcement records/files - Missing persons location assistance - Traffic control - Victim/witness support

The Crime Victim Services Department offers assistance to "general crime victims". This refers to but is not limited to: - Assault - Robbery - Burglary - Theft - Homicide - DWI vehicular homicide or injury - Arson - Criminal damage to property - Bias and hate crimes Support Services - Crisis Intervention - Reassurance and support - Information regarding the rights of victims - Referral to other agencies or sources of assistance - Help completing Restraining/Harassment orders - Transportation for court related appointments Court Related Services - Information regarding the criminal justice system - Support and accompaniment to court or other legal proceedings - Information concerning the status and disposition of the case - Support and accompaniment to court or other legal proceedings -Notification of court proceedings - Assistance in preparing Victim Impact Statements Financial Assistance - Assistance in completing county and state compensation forms - Information and assistance with the county restitution forms - Assistance in obtaining the release of property held as evidence Education - Professional training - School and Community presentations

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include: - Child custody decrees - Child protection cases - Child support and paternity matters - County civil matters - Delinquency cases; juvenile court - Guardianships - Juvenile diversion - Legal advocacy for victims in the criminal justice system - Legal representation of county boards and county agencies - Prosecutes criminal cases and traffic violations - Restraining and harassment orders; orders for protection - Victim advocacy after crime has occurred

Works with victims of general crimes, including physical assault, harassment, stalking, identity theft, attempted murder, and men who are victims of intimate partner violence, in addition to other crime victimizations. Provides support through services: - Assists in applying for compensation assistance from the Crime Reparations Board - Assists in filing Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders - Assists in preparing a victim impact statement - Assists with restitution paperwork - Being a liaison between the victim, the police department, and the county attorney - Provides crisis intervention for victims - Provides help through the crisis line - Provides referrals to community and area agencies. Grant funds (when available) are used to meet the emergency needs of crime victims - Provides victim rights information - Support and guidance through medical, law enforcement, and legal processes Emergency assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following expenses: - Cleanup of a crime scene - Purchase and installation of necessary home security devices - Reimbursement for reasonable travel and living expenses that the victim incurred to attend court proceedings that were held at a location other than the place where the crime occurred, due to the change in venue - Reimbursement of towing and storage fees incurred due to impoundment of a recovered stolen vehicle - Replacement of necessary property that was lost, damaged, or stolen as a result of a crime - Transportation to locations related to the victim's needs as a victim such as medical facilities and facilities of the criminal justice system. - When available, funding through the program can be used for items such as repairing a broken door, installing new locks, and replacing clothing or bedding taken as evidence.

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include: - Child and adult protection representation - Child support and paternity cases ?- Conservatorships - Crime witness support - Criminal and delinquency prosecution; district attorney - Criminal protective orders - Domestic/family violence legal services - Guardianships - Initiates CHIPS (Child in need of protection or services) - Juvenile diversion - Legal representation of county boards and agencies - Prosecutes misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and felonies - Requests restitution; crime victim compensation - Restraining orders - Stalking/Harassment orders - Temporary and permanent restraining orders - Victim notification

- Short-term support counseling for individuals who have been sexually assaulted, including individuals used in prostitution and sex trafficking. Counseling is also available for family members and friends of sexual violence victims. - One-to-one peer counseling - Hospital Counseling/Advocacy: Counselors are available to provide counseling, offer information, provide options, and support sexual assault victims at the hospital when they come in for an evidentiary exam. If the victim wishes to make a report to law enforcement, the counselor will remain to provide support. If, upon arriving at the hospital, the sexual assault advocate is told that the victim does not wish to have an advocate, a packet of written information will be left for the victim, and the advocate will leave. Advocates provide support to family and friends of victims in the hospital.

Provides immediate assistance to parents who are experiencing the loss of a loved one from gun violence, including: - Connection to crisis services - Funeral clothing assistance - Relief food for the family - Spiritual support Funds are disbursed in the form of gift cards, with a maximum grant of $250 to eligible applicants

Law enforcement agency: - General crime reporting - Victim/witness support - Assist in locating missing persons - Law enforcement records

Provides services to victims and witnesses of crime including: - Helps provide opportunities for victims to have a real voice in the prosecution process and helping preserve the dignity of victims as they go through the justice process - Restitution for out-of-pocket expenses such as property loss or damage or reparations for medical expenses, counseling or loss of wages due to the crime - Make referrals for additional resources available to crime victims

Prosecutes all crimes in the county and provides legal advice to county departments. Additional services include crime victim/witness coordinator and advocate assistance.

Free, confidential services for crime victims and witnesses: - Assistance obtaining Orders for Protection/Restraining Orders, if the victim/witness requests - Compensation - Assistance in obtaining witness fees and information as to eligibility and reimbursement for financial losses incurred by the victim - Financial Assistance: Victims may be eligible for financial assistance from the state if they have suffered economic loss as a result of violent crimes - Help with issues with creditors - Information about the status of the court case via letter and phone calls - Information/Explanation about the criminal justice proceedings - Notice of court proceedings, including changes, hearing dates and any schedule change, including information as to case status - Notification of victims rights per Chapter 611A of the Minnesota Statutes - Orientation to the courtroom setting. Witnesses may view a courtroom prior to a trial. Companion for court appearances in significant cases, and also for emotional support - Private waiting area prior to court appearance - Property recovery of stolen items that are being held as evidence - Referrals to social services, counselors, and others who can assist with personal problems - Support with problems that may be happening as a result of the crime itself or of court appearances - Transportation assistance for pre-trial or court hearings, if necessary

- Child protection representation - Child support and paternity cases - Civil commitments - Criminal and delinquency prosecution - Legal representation of boards and agencies - Provides support and assistance for victims and witnesses in criminal and juvenile matters handled by the County Attorney's office - Public assistance fraud prosecution

Law enforcement services: - Civil process - County Communication Center (911 dispatch) - Court security - Criminal investigation - Gun permits (permit to carry/purchase) - Jail/adult detention - Prisoner transport - Search and rescue - Victim services - Warrants

A service providing information, assistance, and referrals to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, general crime, and family members of completed suicide and fatal accident victims.

Assists individuals and families who are affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and general crime situations. Services include: - A 24-hour crisis hotline where trained advocates will listen, support, and provide individuals with information - Personal advocacy and counseling referrals are available to help with emotional trauma - Support groups for children dealing with abuse, divorce, foster care, anger management, other high-risk situations, and assistance with Orders for Protection

The County Attorney serves as the chief prosecutor for Winona County as well as providing attorney services for the County Board of Commissioners and the various county governmental offices. This office also provides assistance for victims of crimes (including domestic violence and sexual assault) including: - Information about criminal and civil court procedures - Ongoing support for crime victims involved in the criminal justice system - Assistance in filing restitution and reparations claims - Assistance with Victim Impact Statements - Assistance with return of property taken as evidence

- Municipal police department - Animal control - General crime victim/witness support - Law enforcement records and files - Missing persons location assistance

Full-service law enforcement agency: - Burn Permit Information - Citizen Complaints - Civil Process - Crime Stopper (Southeast Minnesota Violent Crime Enforcement Team) - DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program - Fingerprinting - Gun Permits/Firearms - Records (data requests) - Responds to call for service - Victim service

Works primarily with victims and witnesses of cases being prosecuted by Dakota County Attorney's Office (felonies, juvenile delinquency, select misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases). Includes: - Information regarding statuses of cases - Education and preparation for trials - Accompanies victims and witnesses to criminal court hearings - Assistance in applying for witness fees, restitution from the offender and compensation from the Minnesota Crime Victims Reparations Board - Transportation to court and child care while testifying - Assist with return of property held by police - Referrals to other Dakota County services or community resources - Emergency funds up to $500 maximum for replacement of necessary property that was lost, stolen or damaged as a result of a crime, expenses relating to ensuring safety and security, and crime scene clean-up. Applicant must be a victim of the crime, must make a police report and be cooperative with the investigation, must not have been engaged in criminal behavior at the time of their victimization, and must have a financial need. Applicant must live in Dakota County or the crime they are a victim of should have occurred in Dakota County. Applicant can apply once per crime. Payment is made to the vendor/service provider (i.e. locksmith, mechanic, etc.) directly whenever possible. A check can reimburse the victim only with proof of payment, such as an original receipt. - Assistance with preparation of victim impact statements

Offers confidential support to victims of crime, including a 24-hour crisis hotline, court accompaniment, and crisis counseling. They assist with Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO) and Orders for Protection (OFP), help victims understand the criminal justice system, and ensure victims are informed of their rights throughout the legal process.

Helps victims of crime with: - Assistance to witnesses testifying in court hearings and trials - Explaining the Order for Protection and Harassment Restraining Order application process - Information about proposed settlement offers and pre-trial diversion programs - Referrals to other agencies providing victim services - Seeking restitution for economic loss or harm resulting from a crime - Understanding the legal process and court procedures in a criminal matter - Understanding and exercising victims' rights

Medical Model Children's Advocacy Center (8 am - 4:30 pm) - Child-focused, facility-based program that conducts forensic interviews and forensic medical exams on pediatric and adolescent patients. Representatives from many disciplines (law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical and victim advocacy) work together, making team decisions about the investigation, treatment, management, and procescution of child abuse cases. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program - The SANE program is available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week at Sanford Health, Bemidji Emergency Department and RiverView Health, Crookston Emergency Department. Care provided by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner can include, as appropriate: - Evidentiary examination - Referrals - Emergency contraception - Sexually Transmitted Infections prophylactic treatment

County attorney acts as the chief prosecutor for the State in criminal proceedings Represents interests of county inJuvenile proceedings: - Criminal prosecution - Civil actions - Provides opinion and advice to the County Commissioners and county offices Provides representation for the county in: - Collection of child support - Determination of paternity - Judicial commitment of people for mental illness Crime victim rights

Offers assistance to victims and witnesses of a crime. Services may include: - Assistance in obtaining financial compensation (restitution or reparations) - Crime victim rights information - Court advocacy - Community education - Emergency financial assistance to replace necessary property impacted by the crime - Information and referral - Support services

Provides law enforcement and community services including: - Community crime prevention - Dispatch services - Management of county jail - Search and rescue - Victim assistance