Illinois Crime Victim Rights and Information
In Illinois, victims of violent crimes and their families may be eligible for state reimbursement for expenses incurred as a result of a violent crime. The Crime Victim Compensation Act was established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1973 with the primary goal of reducing the financial burden imposed on victims of violent crime and their families. The Illinois Attorney General’s Office has the statutory duty to process, investigate and determine the eligibility of each claim. Although the Illinois Attorney General makes the preliminary recommendation to award or deny compensation, the Court of Claims makes the final decision. To file a reimbursement claim, please visit the Illinois Attorney General’s website.
Additional crime victim information from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office is listed below:
- Crime Victim Rights in Illinois
- Victim Impact Statements
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Resource Guide to Help Victims Cope
- Crime Victim Compensation Program
- Crime Victim Compensation: Frequently Asked Questions
- Crime Victim Compensation: Frequently Asked Questions by Domestic Violence Victims
- Crime Victim Compensation: Frequently Asked Questions by Sexual Assault Victims
