From catastrophic loss of your home by arson. Expenses of the victim associated with the collection and securing of crime scene evidence. Attorney fees except when they are part of an order from a hearing or awarded by a court of law. All information presented on an application will be investigated and verified. The board is NOT responsible for your bills and does not guarantee any payment on any application.
Compensation is determined by the board within statutory and policy guidelines.
The board does not guarantee payment of the maximum amount allowed by law. The board will notify you of any action taken regarding an application. If you receive an award and also file a civil lawsuit, you must notify the board and the attorney general when you file. In the event you receive an award and then receive payment from any collateral source or recover damages in a civil suit, you are required to repay the fund. This is done when it appears than an award likely will be made and undue hardship will result if no immediate relief is provided.