The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board provides financial assistance for innocent victims of crime. The Board may compensate victims who suffer physical injury for their medical expenses and loss of earnings. In cases of homicide, the Board may assist with funeral expenses and loss of support on the part of the victim's dependents. Please feel free to download our brochure , in PDF format.

Who May File a Claim?
• A person who suffers physical injury as a result of a crime;
• A surviving spouse or child of a homicide victim;
• Any other person dependent for principal support on a homicide victim;
• Any person who assumed responsibility for funeral expenses of a homicide victim.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board will provide the necessary claim forms. Call 410-585-3010 or toll fee 888-679-9347. They are also available below in PDF format.

How May I File a Claim?
• Crime Victim Compensation Application (English) 
• Crime Victim Compensation Application (Spanish) 

What Must I Do to Qualify?
• You must report the crime to police within 48 hours.
• You must have incurred at least $100 out-of-pocket expenses, or you must have lost at least two continuous weeks earnings or support.

How Much May the Board Award?
• Medical expenses up to $45,000
• Disability up to $25,000
• Psychological Services up to $5,000
• Funeral expenses up to $5,000
• Total dependency $25,000
• Partial dependency $17,000

The maximum allowable award in any claim may not be more than $45,000.

How Soon Must a Claim be Filed?
• A claim should be filed within three years from the date of the crime or the death of the victim. In cases of child abuse, the claim must be filed within three years after the crime was discovered.

For more information contact the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board at 410-585-3010 or toll fee 888-679-9347. Click here for a copy of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board Annual Report.