Crime Victim Compensation
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Crime Victim Compensation

Anyone can become a victim of crime. The physical, emotional, and financial impact of trauma can last far beyond the crime itself. But you are not alone.

If you or someone you know is a victim of crime, certain expenses may qualify for Crime Victim Compensation coverage. This program may help pay out-of-pocket medical expenses, lost earnings, funeral bills, counseling, or other expenses for people who have been harmed as the direct result of a crime. 

Contact the Michigan Crime Victim Compensation Program to learn more. 


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This program may help pay out-of-pocket medical expenses, lost earnings, funeral bills, counseling, or other expenses for people who have been harmed as the direct result of a crime. If you or someone you know is a victim of crime, certain expenses may qualify for Crime Victim Compensation coverage. Crime Victim Compensation is the payer of last resort. This means that your private insurance or other public funds, if available, must be utilized first in order for you to be eligible for compensation. Anyone can become a victim of crime. The physical, emotional, and financial impa
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