At Criminal Injury Claim, we assess enquiries from individuals affected by criminal injury or violent crime. Where appropriate, we refer eligible claims to independent SRA-regulated solicitors for legal advice.

If you have been attacked, assaulted, or harmed as a result of a criminal act, you may be able to check whether your circumstances can be assessed under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme or, in some cases, through a civil claim against the offender.

Our role is to support you through the initial eligibility assessment process and explain how a potential criminal injury claim may be referred.

Who Can Make A Criminal Injury Compensation Claim?

A criminal injury claim may be assessed if someone has suffered physical or psychological harm due to violent crime.

This may include individuals affected by:

• Physical assault
• Sexual violence
• Domestic abuse
• Injuries sustained while assisting the police or attempting to prevent a crime

If a victim has died as a result of a criminal act, certain family members may be able to submit details on their behalf for an eligibility check.

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Criminal Injury?

Compensation amounts in criminal injury claims vary depending on individual circumstances and are assessed by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) or by independent solicitors if a civil claim is pursued.

Factors that may be considered include:

• Severity of injury, whether physical or psychological
• Loss of earnings, where injuries affect the ability to work
• Medical or care costs, such as treatment, rehabilitation, or therapy

Submitting your details allows an initial eligibility assessment, after which an independent solicitor can advise on possible next steps.

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What Types Of Crimes Qualify For A Criminal Injury Claim?

Criminal injury claims may relate to incidents such as:

• Physical assaults, including muggings or unprovoked attacks
• Stabbings or other violent offences
• Domestic violence
• Rape or sexual assault
• Injuries sustained while preventing a crime or assisting law enforcement
• Certain hit-and-run incidents involving criminal intent

Each case is assessed based on its individual facts and eligibility criteria.

How Do I Start A Criminal Injury Claim?

The criminal injury claim process usually involves:

1. Reporting the crime to the police as soon as possible
2. Cooperating with any investigation, even if no offender is identified
3. Gathering supporting evidence, such as:
   • Medical records
   • Witness statements
   • Psychological reports, where relevant

If a claim appears eligible, it may be referred to an independent SRA-regulated solicitor, who can provide legal advice.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Criminal Injury Claim?

In most cases, criminal injury claims must be submitted within two years from the date of the crime.

Exceptions may apply, including:

• Claims involving children
• Certain historical abuse cases, depending on the circumstances

An eligibility check can help clarify whether a claim may still be considered.

What Evidence Is Needed For A Criminal Injury Claim?

To build a strong CICA claim, victims must provide:

• Police crime reference number – Proof that the crime was reported.
• Medical records – Documentation of injuries and treatments.
• Witness statements – Testimonies from individuals who saw the incident or its aftermath.
• Psychological assessments – Evidence of emotional trauma if applicable.
• Financial records – Proof of lost earnings and therapy costs.
• CCTV footage or photographs – Visual evidence of injuries or the incident.

Providing accurate information helps support the claim assessment process.

How Long Does A Criminal Injury Claim Take To Settle?

Settling a CICA compensation claim takes 6 to 12 months for straightforward cases, but complex criminal injuries compensation claims may take longer.

Civil claims filed directly against an offender can take even longer, depending on court proceedings and finances. In urgent cases, interim injury payments may be available to cover immediate medical or therapy costs.

Who Is Responsible For Paying Criminal Injury Compensation?

Criminal injury compensation may be awarded through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) where an offender cannot be identified, prosecuted, or is unable to pay.

In some cases, where an offender is known and financially capable, a civil claim may be considered. Responsibility and eligibility are assessed on a case-by-case basis by independent solicitors.

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