Help for Crime Victims
If you or someone you know has been a victim of a crime, help may be available.
The Office of Victim Services may be able to help with medical bills and counseling expenses; burial and funeral costs; lost wages; and other types of assistance.
The agency also funds a network of victim service providers across New York State. Don’t wait another minute to learn more.
Guidance for Victim Service Providers
OVS also provides guidance and support to the network of victim service providers that it funds across New York State.
These agencies and organizations provide assistance such as counseling and crisis intervention, advocacy and legal help to those in times of need.
Professionals who work for victim service providers can access documents, advisory bulletins, informational e-mails and other information.
File a Claim Online
You can file a claim for compensation online, either on your own or contact a victim assistance program for help.
OVS provides a safety net if you have no other way to pay for costs – including but not limited to medical bills, counseling expenses, burial and funeral costs, and lost wages – resulting from being the victim of a crime. Your family members also may be eligible for help.
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OVS COVID-19 Update for Victim Assistance Programs (VAPs)
May 15, 2020 - 10:00amOVS understands VAPs are under unique forms of stress during this time and has published a COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document to help.
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
April 17, 2020 - 4:00pmSunday, April 19 through Saturday, April 25, 2020
COVID-19 Related Assistance
March 25, 2020 - 1:30pmThe current health crisis surrounding COVID-19 is impacting our lives in many ways beyond physical well-being, maintain good emotional health is also important
Feeling Stressed About Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
March 20, 2020 - 12:45pmWith measures being taken around New York State and the world to stop the spread of Novel Coronavirus, the New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) understands that this is a time of increased stress and worry for you, your colleagues, and your families.
OVS Update - Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 16, 2020 - 1:30pmIn response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), many OVS staff unable to return calls and emails; contact information for urgent inquiries provided