Domestic Violence - Frequently Asked Questions - Eligibility
What incidents of domestic violence may result in eligibility for victims compensation?
Incidents of domestic violence which may result in eligibility for victims compensation include violent criminal acts that cause injury, such as an assault, sexual assault, intimidation or harassment.
Not every incident of behaviour that might be experienced as mistreatment will result in eligibility for victims compensation. For example, some emotional, economic, or psychological mistreatment may cause injury, however if it does not constitute a criminal offence it will not result in eligibility for victims compensation. In other matters, there may be insufficient evidence to establish how any injuries were occasioned.
Where you have been injured and there is sufficient evidence that the act involves violent criminal behaviour, you may be eligible for counselling or compensation.
When can I claim the compensable injury of Domestic Violence?
In general, you may claim the compensable injury of Domestic Violence if you have been injured by someone:
- With whom you are or were in an intimate personal relationship with;
- Who is a relative;
- Who has a relationship involving dependence with you; or
- With whom you share a house.
You can also claim the compensable injury of Domestic Violence if you were injured as a result of intimidation or stalking in apparent contravention of an apprehended violence order.
Can a child claim?
Yes. If the victim of an act of violence is a child, an application can be made by a relative or other suitable person on the child’s behalf.
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