Protection

Crime victims have the right to protection.

• Tampering with a witness is a crime in Minnesota.
• Victims/witnesses do not have to give their addresses in open court.
• Victims/witnesses have the right to a secure waiting area during court.
• Employers may not discipline or dismiss victims or witnesses who are called to testify in court.
• Victims or witnesses have the right to request law enforcement to withhold their identity from the public.