Minnesota Statutes 629.725 – Notice to Victim Regarding Bail Hearing of Arrested or Detained Person
(a) When a person arrested or a juvenile detained for a crime of violence or an attempted crime of violence is scheduled to be reviewed under section 629.715 for release from pretrial detention, the court shall make a reasonable and good faith effort to notify the victim of the alleged crime. If the victim is incapacitated or deceased, notice must be given to the victim’s family. If the victim is a minor, notice must be given to the victim’s parent or guardian. The notification must include:
Attorney's Note
Under the Minnesota Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Gross misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $3,000 |
| Misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 629.725
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Minor: means an individual under the age of 18. See Minnesota Statutes 645.451
- Person: may extend and be applied to bodies politic and corporate, and to partnerships and other unincorporated associations. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
(1) the date and approximate time of the review;
(2) the location where the review will occur;
(3) the name and telephone number of a person that can be contacted for additional information; and
(4) a statement that the victim and the victim’s family may attend the review.
(b) As used in this section, “crime of violence” has the meaning given it in section 624.712, subdivision 5, and also includes:
(1) sections 609.2112, 609.2113, 609.2114, and 609.3458;
(2) gross misdemeanor violations of section 609.224;
(3) nonfelony violations of sections 518B.01, 609.2231, 609.3451, 609.748, and 609.749; and
(4) Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 609.21.