PREA Information

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) has zero tolerance for any sexual abuse, assault, misconduct, or harassment between individuals incarcerated in our facilities. Sexual activity between staff, volunteers or contract personnel and incarcerated individuals/residents, is also prohibited and subject to administrative and criminal sanctions. The department's PREA Policy 202.057, can be found below.

All employees, contractors, and volunteers are expected to have a clear understanding that the department strictly prohibits any type of sexual relationship with an individual under the department's supervision, and considers such a relationship a breach of the employee code of conduct. These relationships will not be tolerated. Mandatory staff training and incarcerated population education is provided to convey the expectation. All new contracts, amended contracts, or contracts renewals shall include an obligation to adopt and comply with the PREA standards. Contracted providers will be subject to PREA audits and contract monitoring to ensure compliance with PREA standards.

The DOC has a PREA Coordinator responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the agency's efforts to comply with the PREA standards. The department also has PREA compliance managers at each facility.