Resources are available to assist with various legal issues, including the following:
Order for Protection
The organization WomensLaw.org has details on Minnesota-specific orders for protection.
Immigration and Visa Assistance
Information for international students is available on the Know Your IX website. Please work with the Carleton office of International Student Life if you have specific questions.
Legal Assistance
The Hope Center provides legal assistance and advocacy.
Their advocates provide information about law enforcement and court procedures; information about victim rights and reparations; assistance with court remedies such as Orders for Protection, Harassment Restraining Orders; and accompaniment to civil and criminal court hearings. HOPE Center maintains a close relationship with all law enforcement agencies in Rice County to ensure the needs and rights of survivors are respected.
Minnesota Statutes against Sexual Assault
The RAINN website provides information and links to Minnesota Sexual Violence Laws.
Minnesota Crime Victim’s Bill of Rights
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety website provides information about crime victims’ rights.