Sexual Assault - Frequently Asked Questions
Injury
What compensable injuries can I claim from the Schedule of Injuries?
Can a child claim?
How much compensation may be awarded for the compensable injury of Sexual Assault?
What is Category 1: Sexual Assault?
What is Category 2: Sexual Assault?
What is Category 3: Sexual Assault?
Can I write to you and state what category of the injury I think should be awarded?
Medical evidence
Should I provide medical evidence in support of the compensable injury of Sexual Assault?
Can my counsellor write a report for my claim for the compensable injury of Sexual Assault?
If I am claiming the compensable injury of Sexual Assault, do I have to see an Authorised Report Writer?
What evidence do I need to provide if I am claiming other injuries in the Schedule of Injuries?
The Award
How does the compensation assessor decide how much to award?
The offender and privacy
Will my privacy be protected?
Is the offender told about the application for compensation?
Will the offender have to pay?
Further Information
For more information about sexual assault please visit the Victims of Crime website
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