Instructions
Eligibility Requirements
If you need help completing this application form, contact
our office or your local victim assistance program. Visit our
website for a listing of victim assistance programs. Please
read the following before completing the form:
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Print clearly and provide as much information as
possible.
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Submit application as soon as possible. Additional
bills/documents can be sent later.
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Complete a separate application form for each
victim.
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A parent, guardian or relative must file the
application on behalf of a minor, incapacitated or
deceased victim.
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Include copies of all expenses (medical bills,
receipts, insurance statements), if available.
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Complete the W9 form (page 5) for the person who
may receive a direct payment.
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Sign and date the release form (page 6). The time
period in Section 15 should cover from the crime
date through the last expected treatment date.
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Mail, fax or email your completed application form.
See below.
Office of Justice Programs
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Victim of a crime in Minnesota or a
Mi
nnesota resident victimiz
ed
w
hile traveling in another country
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Claim submitted within 3 years of
the crime (some exceptions apply)
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Crime reported to police within 30
da
ys (exceptions for child abus
e
and s
exual assault)
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Victim/claimant cooperated fully
with police and prosecution
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Victims who contributed through
serious misconduct or criminal
activity may be disqualified or
receive reduced benefits.
*There are other factors not listed that
might make you ineligible.
Expenses Covered
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Medical/Dental
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Counseling by a licensed provider
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Mileage to medical/counseling appts.
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Lost Wages
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Funeral/Burial
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Survivor’s benefits
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Miscellaneous expenses (see
br
ochure)
*Caps/limits apply
Crime Victims Reparations Board
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 2300•St. Paul, MN 55101
651-201-7300•888-622-8799•Fax 651-296-5787•TTY 651-205-4827
dps.justiceprograms@state.mn.us
ojp.dps.mn.gov
Application
Minnesota Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Minnesota Crime Victims Reparations Board provides financial assistance to victims of
violent crime and their family members for related expenses that cannot be reimbursed by
insurance or other sources. Expenses for damaged/stolen property are not covered.