2012 Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 609 - 624 — Crimes, Criminals
Chapter 611A — Crime Victims: Rights, Programs, Agencies
Section 611A.034 — Separate Waiting Areas in Courthouse
The court shall provide a waiting area for victims during court proceedings which is separate from the waiting area used by the defendant, the defendant's relatives, and defense witnesses, if such a waiting area is available and its use is practical. If a separate waiting area for victims is not available or practical, the court shall provide other safeguards to minimize the victim's contact with the defendant, the defendant's relatives, and defense witnesses during court proceedings, such as increased bailiff surveillance and victim escorts.
History:1986 c 435 s 13; 1992 c 571 art 5 s 5
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