Victim compensation programs provide financial assistance to victims of nearly every type of violent crime. The programs pay for expenses such as medical care, mental health counseling, lost wages, funerals, and loss of support but generally do not cover lost, stolen, or damaged property. Eligibility requirements and specific benefits vary by state. This bulletin provides an overview of the goals and growth of crime victim compensation programs. August 1998; Free (NCJ 172829); OVC.
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