Get Ohio Attorney General - Victims Of Crime Compensation Program

Filing for compensation as a victim of a violent crime can be an essential step in your recovery. This guide will provide you with a clear and supportive approach to successfully complete the Ohio Attorney General - Victims Of Crime Compensation Program application online.

Follow the steps to complete your application effectively.

1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the victim's information in Section 1. Fill out the victim's name, county, state, social security number, date of birth, and contact information, ensuring accuracy as this data will be crucial for authentication.
3. Move to Section 2 to provide claimant information. If the claimant is not the victim, fill in their name, address, relation to the victim, and social security number as applicable.
4. In Section 3, provide details regarding the crime. Include the date of the crime, location, and whether it was reported within 72 hours as this impacts eligibility for compensation.
5. Complete Section 4, specifying the compensation requested. Check all applicable areas such as medical expenses, lost wages, funeral expenses, and more.
6. Section 5 requires information about medical treatment. Provide the name and contact details of the first doctor or hospital that treated the victim, along with dates of treatment.
7. In Section 6, disclose household income and number of persons in the household if you're seeking coverage for hospital bills. This information is necessary to assess eligibility for additional programs.
8. Section 7 requests details regarding any insurance or benefits the victim may have had at the time of the crime. Check relevant boxes and give as much information as possible.
9. For those seeking funeral expense reimbursement, Sections 9 and 10 will need to be completed. Provide information about the funeral home and any dependents seeking counseling expenses.
10. Finally, review all sections for accuracy, then save changes. You can download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Take the necessary step today and complete your application for compensation online.