If you were the Victim of a Crime, you may be entitled to Compensation!

| You Could Find Monetary Compensation

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) administers the Crime Victims Fund, which is financed by fines and penalties paid by convicted federal offenders, not from tax dollars. Every state in the U.S. receives a portion of the Fund to assist in Crime Victim Compensation. OVC is committed to enhancing the Nation’s capacity to assist crime victims and to promote justice and healing for all victims of crime. Learn if you are eligible for compensation!

The National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC) is a leading resource and advocacy organization for crime victims. Their mission is to forge a national commitment to help victims of crime rebuild their lives. Find out if you are eligible for compensation and learn how to apply!

The National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards (NACVB) strives to make sure every victim compensation program is fully funded, staffed, and functioning to help victims cope with the costs of crime. Find your local Crime Victim Compensation Center!

| Eligibility Requirements

Most Crime Victim Compensation Programs are maintained at the State and Local level, so eligibility requirements and compensation amounts vary state-to-state. The links above will help you discover if you qualify for compensation in your state, and show you where to apply.