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VICTIMS OF CRIME

 

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Criminal Injuries Compensation

A victim of an act of violence in Queensland may be entitled to apply for financial assistance which is paid by the Queensland Government under the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 2009 (Qld).

The amount of maximum compensation available to an Applicant varies depending on which category of victim the Applicant is considered to be. There are four (4) categories:

  1. Primary Victim (a person who has suffered harm because a crime has been committed against them); 

  2. Parent Secondary Victim (a person who has suffered harm because a crime has been committed against their child);

  3. Witness Secondary Victim (a person who has suffered harm because they have witnessed a crime being committed against someone else); and

  4. Related Victim (a person who is a dependant or family member of a person who has died because a crime was committed against them).

An Applicant may be entitled to receive up to $500.00 from the Queensland Government for legal expenses incurred in relation to their application for financial assistance. See our FAQ page for more detail on our “No Win, No Fee” guarantee.

 
 
 

Be aware time limits apply

  • An application for financial assistance must typically be made within three years after the act of violence has occurred. If the victim is a child, the application must be made within three years of the child turning 18 years of age. 

  • This time limit may be extended under certain exceptional circumstances.

  • If you don’t apply for financial assistance within three years of your date of injury and your matter doesn’t fall within one of the exceptional circumstances, you will lose your right to claim financial assistance from the Queensland Government.

 
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How much can I claim?

Type of Victim Compensation Available
Primary Victim A maximum of $75,000.00
Parent Secondary Victim A maximum of $50,000.00
Witness Secondary Victim
  1. A maximum of $50,000.00 for a more serious act of violence
  2. A maximum of $10,000.00 for a less serious act of violence
Related Victim A maximum of $50,000.00
 

What will it cost to lodge a claim?

Like most services, the costs typically depend upon the work required to get the job done. As we operate on a “No Win, No Fee” basis, you won’t be charged for professional services or outlays if we don’t win your case.