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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If you are a victim of crime, you may be able to get crime victim compensation. The compensation can help pay for:
Victim compensation can be important to a crime victim’s recovery and survival.
You can find information on how to apply online for victim compensation through our Victim Compensation Guide.
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