Crime Victim Compensation | Iowa Department of Justice
Resource Name:Crime Victim Compensation | Iowa Department of Justice
Victim Assistance Division
address
Lucas State Office Building, 321 East 12th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319
Eligibility
Crime must generally be reported within 72 hours with some exceptions, application with IA Crime Victim Assistance office
Required documents
Complete application
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Application process
Call, visit website, or visit in person to submit an application
Fees
None
Service area
IA
Offers help to victims with certain out-of-pocket expenses (when costs are not covered by insurance or other sources). Program can pay for crime-related expenses such as medical care, counseling, lost wages, and funeral expenses (when costs are not covered by insurance or other sources). Can also pay for crime-scene clean-up, replacement of clothing held as evidence, replacement of security items, child or dependent care, housing/shelter expenses, relocation expenses and travel.
Last assured
07/02/2026
Providing organization
Iowa Department of Justice
Attorney General for the state of Iowa.