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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.
Below each of the following links is a list of the topics covered under each link. To read about the topic which interests you, select one of the links:
who can apply
- who is eligible
- types of claims which are not covered
- time limit on applying
how to apply
- help from a solicitor or other legal representative
- lodging the application form
the compensation process
- step by step:
step 1 - receiving the application
step 2 - obtaining other information
step 3 - listing for determination
step 4 - determination by the assessor
step 5 - result and payment if awarded
step 6 - right to appeal
- other matters which may affect the award (s.30 issues)
- confidentiality
- repaying compensation
how long does it take for a claim to be finalised?
calculating compensation
- minimum and maximum rates of compensation
- how to calculate the compensation
- medical and related expenses, loss of earnings and personal items
- list of compensable injuries
compensable injury
- list of compensable injuries
- proving that you have been injured
- category 1 or 2 Psychological or Psychiatric Disorder
- sexual assault / domestic violence
- Authorised Report Writers (ARWs)
find an authorised report writer (ARW) in NSW
find an authorised report writer (ARW) outside NSW
read 'Top Tips' on ARWs
frequently asked questions on ARWS
applying to be an authorised report writer
the offender and compensation
This page gives details about how Victims Services recovers money from the offender (known as 'restitution') and how the victim is affected in this process.
how to appeal
- an overview of the appeal system
- appeals to the Victims Compensation Tribunal and appeal forms
- appeals to the District Court
who to contact for help
Further reading
Further reading on various topics is available under the 'legal' page which gives access to:
- getting legal assistance
- the Chairperson's Guide
- top tips
- relevant legislation
- schedule of injuries
- section 65 guidelines
- Authorised Report Writers (ARWs)
- Approved Counsellors
- Caselaw
Pamphlets produced by Victims Services on compensation and counselling are available to view on-line on our 'publications' page.
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