Submitting a Case

To have a case considered, inmates must contact the Innocence Project of Minnesota in writing. Because of the volume of requests, IPMN is unable to respond to requests received by e-mail or telephone. Letters requesting assistance must provide information on the nature of the claim of innocence, the place of conviction, and length of sentence remaining to be served. If the request satisfies preliminary screening criteria, a detailed questionnaire will be sent.

Letters should be addressed to:

Innocence Project of Minnesota
1536 Hewitt Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104

When can I expect to hear back from Innocence Project of Minnesota?
Upon receipt of the completed questionnaire, IPMN will send a letter to the inmate indicating that the application has been received. Members from Innocence Project of Minnesota's Board of Directors then review the questionnaire and evaluate the presence and probability of actual innocence. The process includes a review of the inmate application and a records examination. Because of the large volume of applications to IPMN, it may take many months before staff are able to make a decision. After completing its review, the IPMN will notify the inmate in writing of the decision to accept or reject the case.