State Agency Crime Victim Compensation Program - Rhode Island

Since 1996, the Office of General Treasurer has had administrative responsibility for the victim compensation program. The state has operated a compensation program since 1972. Administrator: Catherine King Avila FUNDING The program receives $150 for each major felony conviction, and $90 for less serious felonies; $30 is assessed for misdemeanors. Program administration is paid through a legislative appropriation. The program receives an annual VOCA grant. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Reporting period: 10 days Filing period: 3 years Exceptions: Time limits are stayed until child victim reaches age of majority. For adults, good-cause exception to reporting period only. PROCEDURES Applications are filed with the program, and determinations are made by the program staff and director. Appeals: An applicant may submit a request for reconsideration of the program administrator's decision. After a decision on reconsideration, the applicant may appeal pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act. BENEFITS Maximum award: $25,000 Compensable Costs (with limits) Medical expenses, paid according to standards of workers' Compensation Mental health Counseling Lost wages/support Funerals Rehabilitation Attorney fees: 15% of award or $1,500, whichever is less, paid only for successful appeals Emergency: up to $5,000 for burial expenses Rhode Island