The Dakota County Attorney’s Office protects crime victims’ rights and provides information and assistance through its Victim/Witness Program.
The Victim/Witness Program helps victims and witnesses understand and participate in the criminal justice system.
Services are provided to victims and witnesses of all crimes prosecuted by the Dakota County Attorney’s Office.
Information:
- Supportive listening
- Specific case information
- Notice of court dates
- Court accompaniment
- Explanation of criminal and juvenile court
- Explanation of crime victims’ rights
Assistance:
- Understanding and exercising victims’ rights
- Victim impact statements
- Obtaining financial reimbursements
- restitution from the offender
- reparations from the state
- Transportation to court or meetings with county prosecutors
- Trial preparation
- Referrals to other community resources
For more information, contact the Victim/Witness Coordinator at 651-438-4471.