Financial loss can be one of the results of becoming a crime victim, for example stolen money, destroyed belongings, lost income or medical expenses.
If you need immediate help and need to report a crime, call 911.
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Most crime victims don’t know that they have the right to ask for restitution. This is when the offender pays you money (restitution) for your injuries, losses, or damages. You can use the money to help pay your medical bills, counseling bills, and to replace lost wages and stolen or damaged property.
You can ask for restitution as part of a criminal case or a domestic violence case in family court.
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