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Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICA)
If you are the survivor of a violent crime, you may be entitled to compensation via the Government funded Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICA).
What is a CICA claim?
This is a government funded scheme designed to compensate blameless survivors of violent crime in England, Scotland and Wales which has been reported to the police.
A ‘crime of violence’ is defined as either:
- A physical attack
- An act or omission of a violent nature that causes physical injury to a person
- A threat against a person, causing fear of immediate violence in circumstances that would cause a person of reasonable firmness to be put in such fear
- Sexual assault
- Arson or fire-raising
If you have been subjected to any of these and have made a report to the police, you may be able to make a claim. The types of payments which are made include:
- Injury Payments (for the acts of the abuse and psychological injuries)
- Loss of Earnings Payments
- Special Expenses Payments
If you are the survivor of a violent crime, you may be entitled to compensation via the government funded Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICA).
The effects of physical, psychological and sexual abuse can have far reaching implications. Through the CICA scheme, survivors can claim for acts of abuse and psychological injuries suffered as well as loss of earnings. Compensation may be able to help you to move forward, seek any required support and rebuild your life.
Claims are made to the Government scheme and do not involve the perpetrator of the crime, so claims can be made in confidence without the worry of having further contact with the perpetrator/s.
Do I need a lawyer to claim CICA
No, you do not need a lawyer to make a CICA (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority) claim.
You can apply directly and handle the process yourself.
You can ask your ISVA for advice, go on the government website, or seek independent legal advice.
Safeline and Jordans Solicitors
Survivors supported by Safeline benefit from a tailored referral pathway to legal support services. This partnership, with Jordans Solicitors provides a clear and consistent referral route for survivors supported by Safeline to access legal guidance
We’re proud to be working in partnership with Jordans to strengthen the support available to survivors of abuse. By bringing together legal expertise and trauma-informed advocacy, we’re making that journey clearer, more accessible, and centred around the needs of each individual.
Jordans
Jordans Solicitors have a dedicated abuse department with extensive experience in dealing with a wide range of Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme applications nationally and can provide support and guidance at a very difficult time. They can explain the legal technicalities of the scheme and maximise the award that you may be entitled to.
To find out more about Jordans Solicitors and Abuse Compensation Claims please click on the link below:
If you believe you are the survivor of a crime of violence, Jordans Solicitors can help on their dedicated department number 0800 9555 094.
It would be helpful (though not essential) to have to hand when you call your Unique Police Crime Reference Number, the name of the police station you reported to and the name of the officer who dealt with your incident. However if you do not have any of these , they can still assist as long as a report has been made.