Claim compensation if you were the victim of a violent crime
If you鈥檙e a victim who lived with the attacker before 1 October 1979
The deadline to apply for compensation was 13 June 2021 if you were a victim of violent crime and:
- the crime happened between 1 August 1964 and 30 September 1979
- you lived with the attacker as a family member at the time of the incident (this was known as the 鈥榮ame roof鈥� rule)
Claims made after the deadline
You may still be able to claim if you can show you were unable to apply before 13 June 2021 and you either:
- were a child at the time of the crime
- could not apply earlier because of exceptional circumstances (you must provide enough evidence so your claim can be decided without further extensive enquiries)
If you鈥檝e made a claim before
If you鈥檝e made a claim before but it was refused or reduced because of the 鈥榮ame roof鈥� rule you can reapply for compensation if you鈥檙e eligible. The 鈥榮ame roof鈥� rule does not apply anymore.
How to make a claim
You can make a claim online or on the phone by calling Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). You can also call CICA to arrange a time for someone to take your claim over the phone.
CICA
Inside the UK: 0300 003 3601
Outside the UK: +44 (0)203 684 2517
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3pm
(if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 0300 003 3601
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