Crime Victim Fund
/ˈkraɪm ˈvɪktɪm fʌnd/
Definitions
- (n.) A federally administered fund in the United States that provides compensation to victims of federal crimes.
The Crime Victim Fund provided financial assistance to the survivors of the terrorist attack.
Forms
- crime victim fund
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Commentary
The Crime Victim Fund is distinct from state victim compensation programs and is funded primarily by fines and penalties collected from offenders, not taxpayer money.
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