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What Is A Criminal Injury Compensation Claim?

Criminal injury claims refer to physical or psychological harm, including injuries and trauma, that a person suffers as a direct result of being a victim of a criminal offence. These injuries can result from a wide range of criminal acts, such as assault, robbery, sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, or any other crime that causes harm to an individual.

Compensation for CICA claims is determined by fixed levels based on the type and severity of the injury. The minimum compensation awarded under the scheme is £1,000, reaching up to £500,000 for the most severe injuries.

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The Personal Injury Claim Process with the CICA

It’s important to note that compensation awards might be diminished based on conduct-related issues, and claims may be rejected if there is an unspent conviction, or if there were delays in reporting the case to the police or lack of cooperation with their investigation.

The process of making a CICA criminal compensation claim unfolds in three distinct stages, with the potential for your claim to be resolved at any point within this process. Successful claims typically result in compensation being awarded, and in most instances, victims can expect to receive their compensation within 18 months.

Initial Stage: Upon submission, the CICA solicitors, police and medical evidence. Following receipt of this evidence, the CICA decides on eligibility and the corresponding compensation amount.
Review Stage: This phase is relevant if you contest the initial decision. You must submit the review application within 56 days of the original decision. The CICA conducts a thorough reassessment, and a different evaluator makes the final review decision.
Appeal Stage: Should you remain dissatisfied, you have the option to appeal the matter at the CICA Tribunal, which operates independently from the CICA. The Tribunal’s decisions are typically considered conclusive.

Types of Scenarios Eligible for Criminal Injury Compensation

Injuries sustained if someone is physically attacked by another person, such as being punched, kicked, or stabbed.

Physical harm inflicted by the perpetrator during a robbery, using force, a weapon, or other means.

Physical injuries or psychological harm due to the emotional trauma associated with the crime.

Physical injuries inflicted by an abusive partner or family member.

Injuries caused by a driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs, if the impaired driver is charged with a related criminal offence.

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Our dedicated team have experience of handling a wide range of criminal injury compensation claims. We are experienced, professional and will treat your case with the rigour and sensitivity it deserves.

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How can Satchell Moran help you?

At Satchell Moran we understand how difficult it can be to start a criminal injury compensation claim, it can feel like a very daunting task. Our solicitors are experts in their field and will be able to guide you sensitively through the process towards the compensation you deserve.

You have two years from the date of the crime to make a CICA claim. This is subject to exceptions, including the option to make a claim any time before an individual reaches twenty years old if the crime was reported during their childhood.

Criminal Injury Compensation FAQs

Yes, you have two years from the date of the crime to make a CICA claim. This is subject to exceptions, including the option to make a claim any time before an individual reaches twenty years old if the crime was reported during their childhood.

No, we handle CICA claims on a no win, no fee basis, eliminating any upfront costs for you. Our fee is deducted from your compensation award only in the event of a successful claim.

The opportunity to medically reopen a CICA claim is subject to a two-year limit from the date of the initial decision. Claims may qualify if there has been a substantial change or deterioration in your injury since the original decision.

Yes. Claims may be rejected if there is an unspent conviction. An applicant’s conduct, including cooperation with the police, can also lead to compensation awards being diminished.