What Compensation May Be Paid?

  • The maximum award is $15,000, with limitations on certain expenses.

The Award May Cover the Following:

  • Medical care
  • Psychiatric care
  • Work loss due to the crime
  • Funeral expenses
  • Rehabilitation of the victim
  • The Commission pays only those expenses which are not covered by another source such as insurance, workman's compensation, etc.
  • The victim or claimant must not receive compensation from two sources.

Please Note:

  • Stolen property, property damage, checks or cash will not be covered by the Commission.
  • The Commission does not provide compensation for pain and suffering.