Victim Compensation Program (cvcp)
Provided by CALIFORNIA VICTIM COMPENSATION BOARD
Descriptions
Provides eligible victims with reimbursement for many crime-related expenses. Crimes that are covered by the board include crimes that result in physical injury or a threat of physical injury to the victim.
Finances cover medical and medical-related expenses for the victim, including dental expenses and outpatient mental health treatment or counseling.
Eligibility
-California resident when the crime occurred, or the crime must have occurred in California.
-Nonresidents who are victimized in California may also apply.
-Cooperate with police and court officials to arrest and prosecute the offender, Exceptions may apply
-Cooperate with CalVCB staff
-Must not have been involved in events leading to the crime or committed a crime that could be charged as a felony.
-Application must be filed within seven years of the crime, seven years after the direct victim turns 21 years of age, or seven years from when the crime could have been discovered.
Application Process
Visit website or mail to apply
Documents
Copies of available crime reports, bills, receipts, and supporting documentation
Fees
No fee
Service Areas
- State of California
Phone
| (800) 777-9229 | Main Number |
Hours
Mon 8am - 5pm;
Tue 8am - 5pm;
Wed 8am - 5pm;
Thu 8am - 5pm;
Fri 8am - 5pm;
Website
Disabilities Access
Not applicable
Listing Managed by: United Ways of CA | Print Listing
Information last updated: 2026-01-07T00:00:00