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Processes court cases filed in Lac qui Parle County and offers other legal services, including:

• Conciliation Court (Small Claims Court)

• Court records and licenses

• Criminal state trial court

• Family Court

• Harassment Restraining Order and Temporary Restraining Order filing office

• Housing Court

• Juvenile Court

• Juror information

• Name changes

• Parking and traffic ticket fine collection office

• Performs civil marriage ceremonies

• Probate/Mental Health Court

Provide support to those who have been affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. Services may include:

• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: Provides a hotline for advocacy, resources, and shelter for all victims of violence. The hotline provides information and safety planning to support victims.

• Advocacy: Legal advocates can help victims navigate and explain the legal system in criminal and civil protective order cases. Helps victims work with local police, city, and county attorneys to advocate on the victim's behalf. Assist in filing Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders. Attend court hearings with victims to provide information and support and more.

• Emergency Shelter: A 24-hour domestic violence and sexual violence emergency shelter within Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine counties. The Black Dog Hill Shelter provides secure emergency shelter and access to basic needs to survivors and children. Basic needs include meals, toiletries, clothing, linens, diapers, laundry facilities, and access to a food shelf.

• Intervention: Offers a Batterers Intervention Program to those interested and/or court-ordered to participate in a psycho-educational group led by trained professional facilitators. Participants learn to identify abusive behaviors and are taught to react to situations non-abusively and communicate with their partner.

• Support Groups: Provides support groups to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through empowerment, conversations, and activities. Meetings are held in-person and virtual and times will vary by county office.

Victims can seek help, guidance, and support through the Domestic Abuse Service Center. Multiple services are provided at one centralized location, such as advocacy, connecting to prosecution team, legal consultation, and representation from pro-bono attorneys. Services provided:

• Advocacy and referral for any other service that the victim may need such as housing, counseling, or victim's compensation

• Advocates from several culturally specific agencies on a rotating basis

• Access to police, city of Minneapolis or Hennepin County prosecutors, probation, and child protection services for victims of domestic abuse

• Help with Orders for Protection

• On-site playroom, interpretive services, some transportation assistance

• Safe environment; on-site deputy sheriff providing security

NOTE: To find out if an Order was served, contact the Sheriff's Office.

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include:

• Child protection cases

• Child support and paternity matters

• Conservatorships

• County civil matters

• Crime victim assistance and compensation

• Crime victim notification service

• Crime witness support

• Delinquency cases; juvenile court

• Guardianships

• Juvenile diversion

• Prosecutes criminal cases

Operates a 24-hour support line staffed by trained advocates. Offers services such as:

• Accompany and support in making a police report and/or sexual assault forensic exam at North Shore Health Hospital

• Confidential advocacy and emotional support

• Emergency short-term safe housing for victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault

• Free and confidential support for adults and youth ages 13 years and up who can access services without a parent's permission or knowledge

• Legal advocacy including obtaining a Harassment Restraining Order (HRO) or Order for Protection (OFP)

• Survivor support groups

• Referral to additional resources and a lending library

NOTE: Advocates are not mandated reporters and cannot provide legal advice

Provides an advocate/support person for the rape or sexual assault victim and their families; this includes victims of partner rape, acquaintance rape, date rape, stranger rape, gang rape, ritualistic rape, or any form of sexual assault. Also addresses sexual harassment and hostile work environment issues. Provides support through services:

• Books and resources

• Crisis counseling and intervention

• Crisis line

• Information and referral

• Legal/court/law enforcement advocacy

• Medical advocacy

• Orders for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order assistance

• Reparations (financial assistance for crime-related costs)

Bilingual advocates assist with:

• Court coordination with legal systems

• Crisis intervention

• Filing Orders for Protection

• Safe housing and relocation

• Safety plans and crime victim rights

• Supportive listening

The Women's Shelter and Support Center provides a 24-hour domestic violence outreach program. Satellite offices are located in Dodge and Fillmore Counties. Services include:

• Emergency telephone assistance and in person crisis intervention
• Information and referrals and safety planning
• Emergency services including a safe shelter for women and their children leaving any type of current domestic violence relationship
• Emergency food, clothing, and transportation, etc.
• Legal advocacy including harassment restraining orders/injunctions and court support
• Provides general domestic violence information for the public
• Assistance with arrangements for pets may be available

Processes court cases filed in Meeker County and offers other legal services, including:

• Conciliation Court (Small Claims Court)

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family Court

• Harassment Restraining Order and Temporary Restraining Order filing office

• Law library

• Housing Court

• Juvenile Court

• Juror information

• Name changes

• Parking and traffic ticket fine collection office

• Performs civil marriage ceremonies

• Probate/Mental Health Court

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

Opportunity for individuals to meet 1:1 with an attorney to ask questions, discuss options and get legal advice. Attorney provides one-time only legal advice during the session, and does not become the attorney representing the case. Dodge and Fillmore County Clinics Family Law Monthly Clinics

• Child support

• Custody

• Divorce

• Domestic abuse

• Grandparent visitation

• Harassment restraining orders

• Legal separation

• Orders for Protection

• Name change

• Parenting time/visitation

• Paternity

• Termination of Parental Rights

• NOTE: Advice will not be offered on CHIPS matters

Olmsted County Clinics Criminal Expungement Bi-Monthly Clinics

• Expungement is a legal action to seal records so they are no longer seen by the public. In Minnesota, expungement is primarily used for criminal and eviction records. The Expungement clinic provided by this library deals with criminal expungements. Expungement clinics are intended to be a one-time event to assist those who are representing themselves in the courts. Expungement clinics are held in January, March, May, July, September, and November. This clinic is an opportunity for a brief advice consultation with a volunteer criminal defense attorney to ask questions about whether criminal expungement is a viable option for an individual's needs.

Family Law Weekly Clinics Types of Cases:

• Adoption

• Child support

• Custody

• Divorce/dissolution

• Legal separation

• Maintenance

• Parenting time/visitation

Financial Monthly Clinics Types of Cases:

• Creditor/debtor counseling

• Garnishment/levy against assets (debtor side only)

• How to respond to a debt-related lawsuit filed against you

• NOTE: Excludes any landlord/tenant questions

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include:

• Child protection cases

• CHIPS cases

• Commitments

• County civil matters

• Crime victim assistance and compensation

• Crime victim notification service

• Crime witness support

• Delinquency cases; juvenile court

• Juvenile diversion

• Legal representation of county boards and county agencies

• Prosecutes criminal cases

• Restraining and harassment orders; orders for protection

• Traffic violations

??Supports victims of domestic or sexual violence immediately after police response. Provides advocacy services throughout criminal court proceedings. Additional services provided:?? ?- Assists victims in writing of Orders of Protection and Harassment Orders

• Transportation may be available

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include:

• Child custody decrees

• Child protection cases

• Child support and paternity matters

• Conservatorships

• County civil matters

• Crime victim assistance and compensation

• Crime victim notification service

• Crime witness support

• Delinquency cases; juvenile court

• Family court

• Guardianships

• Juvenile diversion

• Law library

• Prosecutes criminal cases

• Restraining and harassment orders; orders for protection

Free, confidential services for crime victims and witnesses:

• Assistance in obtaining Orders for Protection/Restraining Orders, if the victim/witness requests

• Crime Victim's Compensation Program: May assist 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 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

Processes court cases filed in Kanabec County and offers other legal services, including:

• Civil court

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family court

• Jury selection

• Juvenile court

• Law Library

• Order for protection forms

• Probate court

Provide support to those who have been affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. Services may include:

• 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: Provides a hotline for advocacy, resources, and shelter for all victims of violence. The hotline provides information and safety planning to support victims.

• Advocacy: Legal advocates can help victims navigate and explain the legal system in criminal and civil protective order cases. Helps victims work with local police, city, and county attorneys to advocate on the victim's behalf. Assist in filing Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders. Attend court hearings with victims to provide information and support and more.

• Emergency Shelter: A 24-hour domestic violence and sexual violence emergency shelter within Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine counties. The Black Dog Hill Shelter provides secure emergency shelter and access to basic needs to survivors and children. Basic needs include meals, toiletries, clothing, linens, diapers, laundry facilities, and access to a food shelf.

• Intervention: Offers a Batterers Intervention Program to those interested and/or court-ordered to participate in a psycho-educational group led by trained professional facilitators. Participants learn to identify abusive behaviors and are taught to react to situations non-abusively and communicate with their partner.

• Support Groups: Provides support groups to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through empowerment, conversations, and activities. Meetings are held in-person and virtual and times will vary by county office.

Processes court cases filed in Kittson County and provides administrative support for District Court operations, including:

• Assisting court users and providing information about court procedures and available services

• Collecting filing fees, fines, and other court-ordered payments

• Maintaining official case records for civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, traffic, and conciliation (small claims) matters

• Maintaining the official record of District Court proceedings and administering oaths to witnesses

• Managing jury administration, including juror summons and coordination

• Preparing court documents under the direction of a judge, such as warrants, subpoenas, and writs

• Tracking compliance with court-ordered obligations and updating case records accordingly

Advocacy program for victims/survivors providing:

• Exploring options

• Filing a police report

• Going to court

• Obtaining harassment/restraining orders

• Obtaining an Order For Protection

• Resource information

• Safe at Home application assistance

• Safety planning and support while working through the legal system

Provide resources and support for Latinos who are victims of a crime, domestic violence, or sexual assault. All services are provided in English and Spanish. Services provided:

• 24 hours/7 days a week crisis line for victims of a crime, domestic violence, and sexual assault

• Assistance and Court Accompaniment for Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault: Assistance in applying for orders for protection and accompaniment through the civil court process. Helps in reporting sexual assault or domestic violence to local police and accompanies the criminal court process.

• Domestic violence and sexual assault support groups

• Helps victims apply for reparations

• Referrals to relevant community resources such as shelter, mental health counseling, legal assistance, and support with residency or status-related needs

NOTE: CLUES does not provide legal advice and will refer clients to community resources for legal assistance.

Services are victim-centered, which means individuals will guide their own process, make their own decisions, and have staff provide information, support, and referrals. Services include:

• Advocacy: Assistance in obtaining Emergency Protective Orders, Permanent Restraining Orders, Stalking/Harassment Orders, Temporary Restraining Orders, housing, community services, and medical appointments

• Confidentiality

• Community education and professional training

• Crisis line

• Emergency Services: Transportation to medical facilities, law enforcement, safe housing, etc.

• Individual and group support

• Prevention and/or Rapid Rehousing: Services provided by the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP

• Safety planning

Responsibilities of the County Attorney's Office include:

• Child custody decrees

• Child protection cases

• Child support and paternity matters

• CHIPS cases

• Commitments

• Conservatorships

• County civil matters

• Crime victim assistance and compensation

• Crime victim notification service

• Crime witness support

• Delinquency cases; juvenile court

• Domestic violence legal services

• Guardianships

• Juvenile diversion

• Legal representation of county boards and county agencies

• Prosecutes criminal cases

• Restraining and harassment orders; orders for protection

• Provides advocacy for victims of domestic violence in relation to court proceedings

• Assists in obtaining additional support services and exploring safety options

• Helps with Orders for Protection

Provides the following services for women who have experienced abuse emotionally, psychologically, sexually, and/or physically by their significant partner:

• 24 hour crisis line for those experiencing abuse

• Assistance at the hospital following a 911 or crisis call

• Court assistance

• Emergency safe housing

• Exploring housing & financial aid options

• Individual or group support

• Information on filing an Order For Protection (OFP) or Harassment Restraining Order (HRO)

• Obtaining emergency food, clothing, or household items

• Prevention/early intervention education, or other help as may be needed

• Safety planning

• Support and advocacy

Provides the following services for women who have experienced abuse emotionally, psychologically, sexually, and/or physically by their significant partner:

• 24 hour crisis line for those experiencing abuse

• Assistance at the hospital following a 911 or crisis call

• Court assistance

• Emergency safe housing

• Exploring housing & financial aid options

• Individual or group support

• Information on filing an Order For Protection (OFP) or Harassment Restraining Order (HRO)

• Obtaining emergency food, clothing, or household items

• Prevention/early intervention education, or other help as may be needed

• Safety planning

• Support and advocacy