Victims Compensation

If you have been a victim of crime in New South Wales and the crime involved violence, you may be eligible to claim victims compensation. The victims compensation scheme was established to assist victims of violent crime. The scheme is run by Victims Services, who also help victims in other ways, such as providing counselling, support and information. To claim compensation you will need to lodge an application with Victims Services.

To find out more information about victims compensation:

• visit the Victims Services website (information and application forms are available on the website)
• phone Victims Services on (02) 8688 5511 or 1800 069 054 (toll free) or TTY (02) 8688 5575 (for callers with a hearing impairment)
• email Victims Services on vct@agd.nsw.gov.au

Victims compensation is not available for claims arising from injuries caused by a motor vehicle accident.

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, find out more about your entitlements by going to the Road Trauma page.

Legal Advice

You can make an application for compensation by yourself if you wish or be represented by a solicitor.

If you need help choosing a solicitor the NSW Law Society’s Solicitor Referral Service on (02) 9926 0300 or 1800 422 713 (toll free). You may request a solicitor who is in your area and who works in the area of victims support and compensation. More information is available on the Solicitor Referral Service website.

For more information about legal services visit the Legal Assistance page on this website.