Crime Prevention and Victim Services

thru: New York State Office of Victim Services

Provides compensation to innocent victims of crime.

  • Funds direct services to crime victims via a network of community-based programs.
  • Advocates for the rights and benefits of all innocent crime victims.

Offers financial relief to innocent crime victims as a last resort.

  • Medical and funeral expenses.
  • Loss of earnings or support.
  • Funding for counseling for the victim and certain family members.
  • Crime scene clean-up.
  • Repair/Replacement of essential personal property up to $500.
  • Court transportation expenses.
  • Other expenses: call for information or visit website.

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Eligibility: Call for information.

Application Process: Call for appointment.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: No fee for services.

Coverage Note: New York State and victims of terrorist acts outside of the U.S. who are residents of New York State.

Languages: Spanish, American Sign Language

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This program is offered here:

Toll Free:
Main:
(Administrative)
Hours:
M-F 9:00AM-5:00PM.

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