The Florida
Attorney General's Division of Victim Services
not only serves as an advocate for crime victims
and victims' rights, it also administers a
compensation program to ensure financial
assistance for innocent victims of crime. As
part of its responsibility, the division also
notifies victims of the status of any appellate
decisions regarding their cases.
Injured crime
victims may be eligible for financial assistance
for medical care, lost income, mental health
services, funeral expenses and other
out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the
injury. If needed, they can also be referred to
support organizations within their home area.
Victims
wishing to apply for assistance, check on the
status of their applications, or in need of any
other assistance can contact the division toll
free from anywhere in the United States.
The toll-free
number is 1-800-226-6667.
Tallahassee-area residents should dial
414-3300. In addition, victims may also
contact the Division of Victim Services at
(904) 414-3300.
Source: Originally developed
by the Florida Attorney General
University Park Campus MARC 330
11200 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33199
