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What is the Maryland Criminal Injuries Compensation Board?
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board provides financial
assistance for innocent victims of crime. The Board may compensate
victims who suffer physical injury for their medical expenses and
loss of earnings. In cases of homicide, the Board may assist with
funeral expenses and loss of support on the part of the victim's
dependents.
Who May File a Claim?
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A person who suffers physical injury as a result of a crime;
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A surviving spouse or child of a homicide victim;
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Any other person dependent for principal support on a homicide
victim;
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Any person who assumed responsibility for funeral expenses of a
homicide victim.
How May I file a Claim?
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board will provide the necessary
claim forms. Call 410.585.3010. They are also available online at
www.dpscs.state.md.us/cicb.
What Must I do to Quality?
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You must report the crime to police within 48 hours (this
requirement may be waived for good cause);
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You must have incurred at least $100 out-of-pocket expenses; OR
you must have lost at least two continuous weeks' earnings or
support.
How Much May the Board Award?
| Medical
Expenses up to ........... |
$45,000 |
| Disability up
to ................. |
$25,000 |
| Psychological
Services up to ..... |
$5,000 |
| Funeral
Expenses up to ........... |
$5,000 |
| Total
Dependency ................. |
$25,000 |
| Partial
Dependency ............... |
$17,000 |
How Soon Must a Claim be Filed?
A claim should be filed within 180 days from the date of the crime
or the death of the victim. The time limited may be waived for good
cause for up to two years. In cases of child abuse, the claim
must be filed within two years after the crime was discovered.
For more information contact the Criminal Injuries Compensation
Board at 410.585.3010.
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