The Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program eases the financial burden faced by victims and witnesses of violent crimes by potentially covering costs related to medical, funeral, counseling and crime scene sanitization expenses that are incurred because of the crime.
Most Common Compensable Crimes
Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Sexual Offenses, Homicide, Hit-and-Run, Serious Injury by Vehicle, DUI Crashes, Assault/Battery, and Robbery
Types of Expenses Covered
Medical Expenses: up to $15,000
Counseling Expenses: up to $3,000
Economic Support Expenses: up to $20,000
Funeral Expenses: up to $6,000
Crime Scene Sanitization: up to $1,500
For more information and to apply online: Victims Compensation | Criminal Justice Coordinating Council