Compensation benefits may be awarded up to a maximum of $25,000 per claim ($10,000 for crimes before December 5, 1982) and may include the following:
Medically related expenses
Loss of earnings in personal injury cases
Loss of support from the victim for dependents in homicide cases
Loss of earnings for surviving spouse whose earning capacity has been reduced in case of victim/spouse's death
Loss of support from the offender in domestic violence cases
Limited transportation costs
Mental health counseling for victim and immediate family members
Limited domestic service, child care, day care and after school care costs
Funeral allowances of up to $5,000
Loss of prescription eyeglasses
Crime Scene Cleanup of up to $1,500
Relocation expenses of up to $2,500
Emergency financial assistance of up to $1,500, if you are employed and unable to work and face undue hardship as a result of crime-related injuries
For crimes committed after June 26, 1995, if you are at least 60 years old or determined to be disabled and meet financial guidelines, you may be eligible for reimbursement for up to $200 in stolen cash resulting from the assault and robbery.
The Board will pay legal fees only if it awards compensation. Attorneys are limited to receiving fees that are set by statute and by the Board.