General Info

The New York State Crime Victims Board offers a range of services to victims of various crimes. It offers compensation, advocacy of rights and benefits and direct services through a network of community-based programs. The board also offers financial relief to victims and families by paying crime-related expenses, including medical and funeral expenses and loss of earnings and support. In addition, the New York State Crime Victims Board offers counseling and covers the cost of court transportation and residing at and utilizing the services of a domestic violence shelter. It also provides for the cost to repair and replace items of essential personal property. The New York State Crime Victims Board maintains a location in Brooklyn, N.Y.