Texas Crime Victims' Fund

Crime Victims' Compensation Fund

Many victims of violent crimes find themselves struggling with emotional, physical and financial burdens after the crime occurs. The unfortunate consequence of a violent crime is that victims can be left with large medical bills, counseling and therapy bills, childcare expenses, lost wages and more. Even worse, if a loved one dies due to a violent crime, families are faced with the cost of a funeral and the loss of their family member's income and support.

The Crime Victims' Compensation Fund is a fund set up to provide monetary resources to the victims of violent crimes in Texas. The attorneys at Fleming & Palermo understand the many burdens brought on by violent crimes. We can help you seek compensation from the Crime Victims' Compensation Fund to ease the financial strains you may be facing.

If you were injured or a family member was killed by a violent crime, you may be entitled to compensation. Call our law office at 1-888-TEX-JURY to learn more about the Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Fund.

How it Works

Many Texas criminals are required to pay into the Crime Victims' Compensation Fund. From there, victims of many violent crimes may be eligible to receive compensation to cover hospital bills, loss of earnings, childcare or other expenses that have resulted from the crime.

To find out more about what expenses are covered, visit the Texas Attorney General's Quick Reference Page.

Who Qualifies?

According to the Texas Attorney General's website, to be eligible to receive money from the Texas Crime Victim's Compensation Fund, the violent crime accident must have occurred in Texas to a resident of Texas or the United States. Texas residents who have been victim to a crime in another state without a crime victims' fund can also qualify to receive financial support.

Victims of a crime that "poses a substantial threat of personal injury or death and is, or would be, punishable by fine, imprisonment or death" may qualify to receive benefits. Some examples of crimes include:

• Sex crimes
• Battery
• Assault
• Aggravated robbery
• Homicide
• DUI / DWI Accidents

It is essential that the victim of the violent crime report the crime to law enforcement soon after the occurrence. Proper investigation is necessary.

DUI / DWI Accidents

In the past, our attorneys have worked with victims of DUI / DWI accidents to receive compensation. Drunk driving accidents can result in serious injuries and even death, changing lives forever. If you have been involved in a DUI / DWI accident, you may qualify to receive benefits. Contact our lawyers to find out more.

Contact Us

Have you been victim to a violent crime injury in Texas? If so, you may be eligible to receive compensation from the Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Fund. To find out more, contact our attorneys online or call us toll free at 1-888-TEX-JURY.

Information on this page has been gathered from the Texas Attorney General's Web site.