Victims Compensation | Ohio Attorney General
30 East Broad Street, 23rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215
Eligibility
Those who are injured during a violent crime, dependents of people killed in crimes and anyone responsible for a crime victim's finances, such as a parent or guardian.
Required documents
Completed application. Applications must be filed within two years or by the 20th birthday of a minor victim or dependent.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-7 pm.
Application process
Telephone. Website.
Fees
None.
Service area
Ohio
Description
Offers financial assistance for individuals and their family members who are innocent victims of violent crimes. Payments can cover medical and related expenses, counseling, wages lost, crime scene clean-up, funeral and burial expenses and other financial support.
Data provided by
LSS 211 Central Ohio
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Providing organization
Ohio Attorney General
Government agency that investigates and mediates complaints regarding consumer protection laws, Medicaid fraud, issues affecting seniors, crime victims compensation and charitable foundations.