Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Board - Minnesota Office of Justice Programs
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 2300, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Eligibility
- Claimant must have been a victim of violent crime in Minnesota or immediate family member of a deceased victim, or a Minnesota resident victimized in a foreign country that does not have a compensation program- Claim must be for more than $50; crime must have been reported to police within 30 days, except in cases of child abuse and sexual assault- Victim must cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies and prosecutors- Victim must file with the Board before three years has elapsed (there are some exceptions for child abuse)- Victim must not have contributed to the crime through misconduct or illegal activity- Victim can claim up to a maximum of $50,000; however, there are caps on certain expenses, and applicants must use other forms of insurance first.- Serves all of Minnesota
Required documents
Application/claim form
police report
verification of expenses and losses
Hours
8 am - 4 Monday - Friday
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
Submit an application through the online portal https://svcportal.dps.mn.gov/vsp/Account/Login or fill out a claim form and submit by mail, email, or fax. Forms are available on the website or by request.
Service area
MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
Financial compensation for victims of violent crimes to assist with medical expenses, mental health counseling, and economic support. Funeral expenses for the family in case of the death of a crime victim up to a maximum of $6500. Also covers death or injury from some DWIs, hit and runs, and criminal vehicular operation.
Last Assured
10/07/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Minnesota Office of Justice Programs
Provides information and referral, assistance in navigating the criminal justice system, and investigation of crime victim rights violations and mistreatment