Q: How do I pay a probation fee?

A: You can pay a probation fee in several ways:

• Pay online by visiting the Fee Payment page on the Court Services website.
• Mail a check or money order (payable to Carver County) to:
Carver County Court Services
Justice Center
604 East 4th Street
Chaska, MN 55318
• Pay in person at Court Services, located on the second floor of the courthouse.
If paying with cash, please bring the exact amount.

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Q: How do I pay fines or restitution?

A: Court fines and restitution must be paid to Carver County Court Administration. You may:

• Pay in person at Court Administration on the first floor of the Justice Center.
• Call 651‑281‑3219 if you know your file number (begins with 10‑).
• Pay online through the Minnesota Judicial Branch payment website.
• Call Carver County Court Administration at 952‑361‑1420
(press 1, then 2, then 2 to reach a staff member).

 

Q: How do I contact the Department of Corrections in Chaska?

A: The Minnesota Department of Corrections – Chaska Office is located at:

207 North Chestnut Street, Suite 200
Chaska, MN 55318

• Phone: 952‑346‑4880
• Fax: 952‑361‑3430

DOC agents supervise adults who are on felony‑level probation.

 

Q: How do I check if my Minnesota Driver’s License is valid?

A: You can check your license status online by visiting the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles Driver’s License Status page.

 

Q:  Who do I contact with questions about Ignition Interlock?

A: The Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles manages the Ignition Interlock program. You may contact them at:

• Phone: 651‑296‑2948
• Email: dvs.ii@state.mn.us
• Website: Ignition Interlock Device Program (IIDP)

 

Q: What happens when a juvenile is taken into custody?

A: When a youth is taken into custody in Carver County, they are brought to the Carver County Juvenile Detention Center, a juvenile unit of the Carver County Jail.

• Staff notify parents or guardians during intake.
• A probation agent contacts the guardian on the next business day to explain next steps.
• Youth are entitled to a detention hearing within 36 hours, based on business hours.

For more information, please see the Juvenile Court Process document.

 

Q: What is the juvenile curfew in Carver County?

A: Curfew hours vary by location and age.

 

• Chaska:
Ages 15 or younger: 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Ages 16–17: 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.

• All other Carver County cities/townships:
Under age 17: 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

 

Q: How do I set up community service for a youth?

A: Contact the assigned probation agent for information about community service options or to set up a community service plan.