What compensation may be awarded?

Crime Victims CompensationThe actual amount of compensation, if any, depends upon the facts of each case. Do not try to decide for yourself whether you are eligible. If you have any doubt, file a claim and the Board will decide. 

Compensation to crime victims is limited in many ways, including:

  • Maximum total dollars - $15,000
  • Maximum funeral expenses - $2,000 - including up to $500 in grief counseling for the spouse, children, parents or siblings of the person who died
  • Up to $200 for each week of lost earnings or lost support (in the case of a death)
  • 26 hours of psychological counseling for the injured person, at up to $80/hour for a licensed therapist or up to $90 per hour for a licensed psychologist or physician
  • Losses resulting from an injury or death are awarded only if a person has no insurance or public assistance available
  • Victim must have suffered a serious financial hardship
  • The actual amount of compensation, if any, depends upon the facts of each case. Do not try to decide for yourself whether you are eligible. If you have any doubt, file a claim and the Commission will decide.

Note: The minimum loss requirements will be waived for persons retired by reason of age or disability, and for the expense of forensic medical exams for sexual assault victims.

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1. What is the Crime Victim Compensation Fund?
2. What compensation may be awarded?
3. What losses are not covered?
4. Where does the money come from?
5. Am I a "crime victim"?
6. Does the Crime Victim Compensation Fund only apply to "assault" victims?
7. What conditions apply to the Crime Victim Compensation Fund?
8. How do I file a claim?
9. What do I send?
10. When do I file a claim?
11. Do I need an attorney to file a claim?
12. Is my claim limited because I also have insurance?
13. What happens after a claim is filed?
14. How long does it take for my claim to be reviewed?
15. If my claim is denied, can I appeal?
16. Is my application confidential?