Victims of Crime
If you are the victim of a violent crime and have suffered an injury; or are a secondary or related victim to someone who has died as the result of a violent crime, you may be eligible for financial assistance.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) commenced operation on 18 November 2024 and is replacing the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).
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VOCAT is CLOSED.
Financial assistance, variations of awards for finalised VOCAT applications, or invoices/receipts for payment of authorised future expenses awarded as part of a finalised VOCAT application. These matters will now be managed by FAS.
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Find out more information about the FAS by calling 1800 161 136 or visiting victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas.
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Our practice is not accepting referrals for Victims of Crime FAS applications at this time.
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We will re-open our referral process as of 1 July 2026 for FAS referrals.
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If your matter is urgent, please consider another practice.​​​​​
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