How to Investigate Victim Compensation in Your State
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Today we published an investigation into victim compensation funds, which reimburse crime victims or their survivors for costs such as hospital bills and funeral expenses. Seven states reject applicants if they have a criminal record, and our investigation into two of those states—Ohio and Florida—found these rules have disproportionately hurt black crime victims.
Losing out on victim benefits is one of the lesser-known consequences of having a criminal record. Through interviews with dozens of victims and their families, we found these policies can leave people struggling with significant debt, all during a
