Victim Services & Resources

If you are a victim of a crime, a person in crisis, or in need of other resources, the information below contains contact info for different types of resources.  Our department also has an embedded social worker who is available to help. 
Crisis Lines, Support Groups and other Assistance
Crisis Lines
Crisis lines are committed to serving persons regardless of race, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, religion or gender and will refer you to specific resources as needed.

Counseling and Support  Groups
Information on crisis lines, survivor, depression and grief/bereavement support. Click here.

Information on Suicide Bereavement Support Groups. Click here.

Rape/Sexual Assault Counseling: (612)825-4357
Family Services and Resources
Economic Assistance (EBT cards, etc.): (612)596-1300

Cross Services (food and financial assistance)  (763)425-1050 or https://crossservices.org/

Emergency Social Services
(food, medical, emergency assistance): (612)596-1300

Legal Aid Intake: 1-877-696-6529

Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Sexual Violence Center-24hr. Crisis line: (612)871-5111

Youth Crisis and Runaways: The Bridge: (612)377-8800
Rights and Services for Crime Victims
• You have the right to apply for financial help for losses resulting from a violent crime. This assistance does not cover property losses. For application and information, call the Office of Justice Programs at 1-888-622-8799, or online at ojp.dps.mn.gov

• You have the right to request that the law enforcement agency withhold public access to data revealing your identity. The law enforcement agency will decide if this is possible.

• You have the right, if an offender is charged, to be informed of and participate in the prosecution process, including the right to request restitution (money court ordered from the offender and paid to the victim).

• If you feel your rights as a victim have been violated, call the Crime Victim Justice Unit at 1-800-247-0390, ext. 3, or (651)201-7310 TTY (651)205-4827.


VINE system for Offender Release Notification: 877-664-8463 or www.vinelink.com
Domestic Abuse Emergency Services and Shelter
HOME FREE is not a part of the court system. They are a community-based domestic abuse intervention project staffed by advocates who are available to offer you support, information, referrals, and options to help you heal with your situation. They assure complete confidentiality. Services include:

  • 24 Hour Crisis Line
  • Legal Advocacy
  • Educational Support Groups
  • Shelter

Hennepin County Domestic Abuse Office: (612)348-5073


Hennepin County Domestic Abuse Service Center
https://www.hennepinattorney.org/get-help/crime/domestic-abuse-service-center


Prosecuting Attorney's Offices

Dayton City Attorney: (763)561-2800

Hennepin County Attorney’s Office: (612)348-5550
Court Orders for Protection/Restraining
Hennepin County Orders for Protection (OFP): (612)348-5073
(After Hours call 1-866-223-1111 or text (612)399-9995)

Hennepin County Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO): (612)348-5703

Hennepin County Domestic Abuse Service Center Info
Hennepin County Contacts
Hennepin County Operator (All Hennepin County Services Available): (612)348-3000

Hennepin County Jail (Offender Release Information): (612)348-5112

Hennepin County Adult Protection/Child Protection: (612)543-4111 or 1-844-880-1574 / (612)348-3552

Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office: (612)348-3744 or Non-Emergency Email sheriff@co.hennepin.mn.us
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous: (952)922-0880,

Detox – Main Center: (612)879-3187

Missions, Inc. :              (763)559-1402

MN Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers (612)895-3267  https://www.rehab.com/minnesota