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).

 

VOCAT is no longer accepting any new applications for 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 MUST be filed with the FAS directly.

 

You can do this by registering your details on the FAS online portal and completing the steps required in the portal for payments to be made.

 

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 NO LONGER TAKING REFERRALS FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME.

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If you need Legal Assistance:

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The Victims Legal Service provides free legal advice and support in applying to the Financial Assistance Scheme.

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Please call 1800 531 566 or see the Victims of Crime Legal Help webpage.

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