Crime Victims Compensation
/ˈkraɪm ˈvɪktɪmz ˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Financial restitution provided by the government to victims of crimes, intended to cover expenses such as medical costs, counseling, and lost wages when offenders cannot fully compensate.
The state enacted new guidelines to streamline crime victims compensation claims.
Forms
- crime victims compensation
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Commentary
Typically administered by state agencies, crime victims compensation programs supplement but do not replace restitution paid by offenders.
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