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Hennepin County Attorney > Crime > Domestic Abuse Service Center

Domestic Abuse Service Center

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

All services including advocacy, Orders for Protection, and safety planning, can be accessed by calling (612) 348-5073 or on-site at the Domestic Abuse Service Center located in the lower level of the Government Center (LL0650). Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  

If assistance is needed beyond hours of operation, please contact Day One via phone at 1-866-223-1111 or text at (612) 399-9995.



DASC has evolved, through always proudly adhering to their mission statement "to respond to the needs of victims of domestic violence through a trauma informed lens delivered by a diverse and inclusive staff that reflect the community we serve.”

Victims come to DASC daily seeking help, guidance and support. They can receive multiple services in one centralized location, such as, advocacy, filing order for protections, connecting with a prosecution team, and seeking legal consultation and representation from pro-bono attorneys.

DASC is located on the lower level (LL0650) of the Hennepin County Government Center behind the cafeteria. It is served by multiple bus routes and the Government Plaza Station on the METRO Blue Line.

It is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and closed on legal holidays.

Day One Emergency Shelter and Crisis Hotline

safety@dayoneservices.org

Phone: 1-866-223-1111 or Text: 612-399-9977

DASC

Phone: 612-348-5073

Lower Level LL0650, Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, MN 55487

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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About

About DASC

The DASC office and staff reflect a unique collaboration among law enforcement agencies and domestic abuse service providers. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office, Minneapolis City Attorney’s Office, Fourth District Court, Hennepin County Sherriff’s Department, and a range of social service organizations all have regular office hours.

Advocates from these community agencies are available:

  • Asian Women United
  • Esperanza United
  • Division of Indian Work
  • SEWA-AIFW
  • Domestic Abuse Project

The staff provides culturally specific and trauma informed services. DASC has advocates that speak the following languages: English, Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Hindi, Newari, Nepali, Telugu, Tamil, and Sanskrit.

Central Minnesota Legal Services provides pro bono legal consultation and representation to individuals at DASC. CMLS strives to provide culturally responsive and trauma informed lawyering. Referrals for legal consultation are made by advocates.

History of DASC

In October 2019, the Domestic Abuse Service Center (DASC) celebrated its 25th anniversary. Since 1994, DASC has helped more than 1.5 million victims, filed 90,000 Orders for Protection, and charged more than 60,000 Gone on Arrivals. 

Domestic Violence During the Pandemic

Director of the Domestic Abuse Service Center DeAna Smith, spoke with the University of Minnesota School of Public Health about domestic violence during the pandemic. Listen to the podcast here.

Advocacy

Strong advocacy is a critical piece of effective intervention and prevention at DASC. Advocates help individuals navigate the system by filling out paperwork and filing for Orders for Protection.

Advocates can explain the civil and criminal court processes. They can help make referrals and may be able to go to court with you. They will help you develop a safety plan and explore other concerns.

Order for Protection

If a family, household member or someone with whom you had a significant/romantic relationship has physically hurt you or threatened to physically to hurt you or your children, you can ask the court for an Order for Protection (OFP).

Advocates can help you apply for and file an OFP.

There is no fee to file an OFP.

If you want to make sure your order was served, call the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office at 612-348-3801.

An OFP can protect you by:

  • Ordering the Respondent not to harm you or others listed in the order, such as children, other family members or pets
  • Ordering the Respondent to stay away from your home and areas specified in the order, such as your place of work, school, daycare or other locations
  • Ordering the Respondent to not contact you in person, over the phone, by mail, email or electronic messaging, through a third party, or by any other means such as social media

Additional information about OFPs from District Court.

Safety and Security

The safety of staff and visitors is taken very seriously. A Hennepin County Sheriff’s deputy is always on site to provide security.

If needed, safety escorts are provided.

Housing Services

Advocates can provide referrals to housing resources and emergency shelter.

If you are in need of emergency shelter or crisis support after hours, please contact Day One via phone at 1-866-223-1111 or text at 612-399-9995.

Children at DASC

Domestic abuse impacts entire families. DASC was designed with families in mind.

There is a playroom so children can accompany their parent/guardian to the center and have a safe, age-appropriate place to wait.

Staff can also provide referrals to agencies that specialize in children and family services.

Interpreter Services

DASC has advocates that speak the following languages:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hmong
  • Somali
  • Hindi
  • Newari
  • Nepali
  • Telugu
  • Tamil
  • Sanskrit

Additional interpreters are provided if needed.

Laws About Domestic Abuse

Laws, Rules & Resources on Domestic Abuse & Harassment

Minnesota’s Domestic Abuse Act (statute 518B.01) Sec. 518B.01 MN Statutes

Minnesota’s Harassment Restraining Order (statute 609.748) Sec. 609.748 MN Statutes

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