At least one member of the board must be a law enforcement officer with 10 years' experience, and one member must be a victim or the surviving family member of a victim. The commission has a statutory mandate to advocate on behalf of crime victims for improved rights and services. The program derives money from court costs and offender fees. The program also receives an annual VOCA grant. Appeals must be in writing within 30 days.
Commission rehears case with an impartial hearing officer present.
Staff may present the case on behalf of the victim prior to a formal appeal hearing. Inpatient treatment considered as any other medical condition. Also may be paid for time lost in attending funeral or in attending trial if not a witness.