While the Federal funds cannot cover all remaining claims for compensation, they do allow Nebraska to assist additional victims who would not otherwise receive assistance. To the victims of crime who have suffered the trauma of being victimized, the additional financial burden placed on them is overwhelming. State and Federal funds can help in reducing some or all of that financial burden. The administration funds have been used for postage, travel, training, and clerical support. For the first time, the Nebraska compensation program has the ability to contract for part-time assistance to reduce the backlog of claims.
Program receives and counts a separate claim from each secondary victim.
NO Police reports are requested from the law enforcement agency after the claim is received.