Posted On:
January 5, 2009
Elder Abuse Unit Created to Protect Minnesota Elderly
Elderly residents in Ramsey County, Minnesota can rest easier now that Ramsey County has created its Elder Abuse Unit. The Elder Abuse Unit, which has been formed to prosecute people targeting the elderly, will consist of two attorneys in the County Attorney's Office. These attorneys will review all elder abuse cases for charging decisions and five attorneys will handle the trials. The Elder Abuse Unit will also assign victim/witness advocates to all cases and will work with adult protection departments, elder advocacy organizations, and victim organizations.
The Elder Abuse Unit will utilize existing resources in the Ramsey County Attorney's Office and will require no new funding.
