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Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program

The Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program offers resources to help people impacted by a violent crime. Under the Crime Victims Compensation Act, the Office of the Attorney General can reimburse eligible victims up to $45,000 ($27,000 for crimes before Aug. 7, 2022) for expenses incurred as a result of a violent crime. The Attorney General’s website provides the Crime Victim Compensation Program application in English, Polish and Spanish and a video with steps for completing the form. Individuals can also call the Crime Victim Assistance Line for help at (800) 228-3368.

Eligible violent crime victims can receive financial assistance with:

  • Accessibility and usability of property
  • Crime scene clean up
  • Funeral/burial expenses
  • Loss of earnings
  • Medical, hospital, dental and mental health counseling expenses
  • Relocation and replacement costs
  • Tuition expenses