Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
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Programs in Minnesota
Minnesota programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Office of Justice Programs
Crime victim and domestic violence services
The Office of Justice Programs funds and lists services for people affected by domestic violence and other crimes.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in Minnesota
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Central Minnesota Legal Services, Inc.
Serves Anoka County, Benton County, Big Stone County, Chippewa County, Chisago County, Hennepin County, Isanti County, Kandiyohi County and 13 more
Call 612-334-5970Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Justice North
Serves Aitkin County, Carlton County, Cass County, Cook County, Crow Wing County, Itasca County, Kanabec County, Koochiching County and 3 more
Call 877-696-6529Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Justice North
Serves Becker County, Beltrami County, Clay County, Clearwater County, Douglas County, Grant County, Hubbard County, Kittson County and 14 more
Call 877-696-6529Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, Inc.
Serves Blue Earth County, Brown County, Carver County, Cottonwood County, Dakota County, Dodge County, Faribault County, Fillmore County and 25 more
Call 651-222-4731Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988