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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St. David's Episcopal Church, Dewitt
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Attorney General's Office, Manhattan
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The Legal Project, Colonie
Featured
News
Update: Town of Schoharie Vehicle Crash
October 12, 2018 - 1:00pmFamily members may be eligible for OVS assistance
Governor Cuomo Announces Nearly $16 Million in Grants to Provide Civil Legal Assistance to Crime Victims Statewide
October 10, 2018 - 5:30pmNew York State Office Of Victim Services Will Administer Federally Funded Grants To 61 Victim Assistance Programs
New Website Connecting Crime Victims with Civil Legal Services Now Available in Western New York
October 1, 2018 - 11:45amNew York Crime Victims Legal Help being piloted in Erie, Genesee and Niagara counties
OVS marks October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 1, 2018 - 8:15amVictims of domestic violence often feel isolated and alone. Check out these links to learn how you can be an ally.
Governor Cuomo Announces $5 Million to Help Victims of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
September 5, 2018 - 3:45pmNew York State Office of Victim Services Partners with State University of New York to Expand the "SUNY's Got Your Back" Comfort Bag Program
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Expand Benefits Available to Crime Victims
August 22, 2018 - 3:00pmIndividuals Who Are Not Injured in Connection with Certain Crimes will be Eligible to Apply for Assistance with Crime Scene Cleanup Costs and Domestic Violence Shelter Expenses