Call 911 if you are experiencing an emergency.

If you are experiencing a Mental Health Crisis please call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 or visit https://988lifeline.org/

 

Crime Victims’ Reparations (CVR)

Do you know a victim of crime? Financial help may be available.

The Nebraska Crime Victim’s Reparations (CVR) program assists eligible victims of crime who suffer bodily harm and have incurred a financial loss as a direct result of a criminal act. The Nebraska Crime Victim's Reparations Act was created in 1979 with the passage of Legislative Bill (LB) 910. The CVR program is funded through the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), state general fund appropriations, and cash funds.

Types of Expenses		Limitations		Eligibility
Medical expenses (hospital, doctor, dental, prescriptions, x-rays, etc.) Lost wages while under a doctor’s care Funeral expenses (Maximum of $10,000) Headstone | Grave marker may be considered Counseling | Therapy (Maximum of $5,000) Crime-scene clean-up (Maximum of $5,000)		The program does not cover property crime, property loss, property damage or pain and suffering.   Program is the payor of last resort and does not cover expenses paid for by other sources, such as insurance, sick leave, and paid time off, government programs, or the offender via restitution.   The Maximum award is $25, 000 per incident.		Victims – People who are physically or emotionally injured or killed due to a violent crime.   A parent or guardian of a minor child who is a victim.   Dependents who were financially supported by the victim at the time of the homicide.   A person who is injured while aiding a crime victim or assisting a police officer.

To apply for compensation please see the “Apply” section on this page.

 

APPLY

1. Complete the appropriate claim application.

• CVR Claim Application

   

• Medical Provider Claim Application (Use only if you are a representative for a Medical Provider.)

 

2. Submit, along with supporting documentation requested, by email or mailing to:

 

CVR Claim →	ncc.cvr@nebraska.gov	Nebraska Crime Commission 301 Centennial Mall South P.O. Box 94946 Lincoln, NE 68509-4946	402.471.2828
Medical Provider Claim →	ncc.cvrmedical@nebraska.gov

 

 

Current CVR Report and Newsletters

• Current CVR Triennial Report
• Current CVR Newsletter "CVR Connections"
• Past Newsletters (coming soon)

 

RESOURCE LIBRARY

Governing Laws and Regulations

• Nebraska Revised Statutes 81-1801 to 81-1842

81-1801; 81-1801.01; 81-1801.02; 81-1802; 81-1803; 81-1804; 81-1805; 81-1806; 81-1807; 81-1808; 81-1809; 81-1810; 81-1811; 81-1812; 81-1813; 81-1814; 81-1815; 81-1816; 81-1817; 81-1818; 81-1819; 81-1820; 81-1821; 81-1822; 81-1823; 81-1824; 81-1825; 81-1826; 81-1827; 81-1828; 81-1829; 81-1830; 81-1831; 81-1832; 81-1833; 81-1834; 81-1835; 81-1836; 81-1837; 81-1838; 81-1839; 81-1840; 81-1840.01; 81-1841; 81-1842.

• Rules and Regulations Title 80, Chapter 1
• Rules and Regulations Title 80, Chapter 2
• Rules and Regulations Title 80, Chapter 3
• Rules and Regulations Title 80, Chapter 4
• Rules and Regulations Title 80, Chapter 5

 

Understanding CVR

• Nebraska Crime Victim's Reparations Program pamphlet (English)
• Nebraska Crime Victim's Reparations Program pamphlet (Español)
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Claims Process
• Provision of Social Security Numbers
• Innocence and Contributory Conduct
• Citizenship Requirements
• Final Payor or Payor of Last Resort
• CVR Information Sheet for Medical Providers

 

Reporting

• Nebraska Crime Victim's Reparations Program Biennial Reports
  
  • 1979-2001: Paper copies may be inspected upon appointment in the Crime Commission office.
  • 2002-2021: Nebraska Crime Victims Reparations Program
• Office of Victims of Crime (OVC)
  
  • Compiled data across the state programs (all states).

 

OTHER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CRIME VICTIMS

Victims of crime may also receive assistance (i.e., emergency shelter, crisis intervention, emotional support, criminal justice information, etc.) by contacting a Victim/Witness Unit or Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Center in your area. Check your telephone book or contact your local law enforcement agency for more information.

 

CONTACTS:

 

The State of Nebraska does not discriminate on the basis of sex, handicap, race, color, religion, marital status, veteran status, or national origin with respect to Crime Victim's Reparations applications. Inquiries regarding this policy or reasonable accommodations with respect to such programs may be directed to the Nebraska Crime Commission (402) 471-2828 (TDD 800-833-7352).