How do I get a copy of the incident report in my case?
A law enforcement agency must provide a victim, free of charge, a copy of the initial incident report of their case. To request a free copy of the incident report from your case, contact the law enforcement entity investigating the case.
What is restitution?
Restitution is a payment made by the convicted perpetrator of a crime that is ordered by the court and intended to restore the victim financially. Restitution covers financial losses and physical injury. This can include property damage, the value of stolen goods, and the costs of medical expenses and lost wages. Restitution exists, not as […]
How do I get restitution?
A victim who wishes to receive restitution must, within appropriate time limits set by the prosecuting agency or summary court judge, provide the prosecuting agency or summary court judge with an itemized list which includes the values of property stolen, damaged, or destroyed; property recovered; medical expenses or counseling expenses, or both; income lost as […]
Can you get both restitution and compensation?
Yes. They are two different processes. A victim can seek restitution as part of the criminal action and, at the same time, sue the perpetrator in civil court for compensatory damages. A victim may also complete an application with the Department of Crime Victim Compensation for some expenses, including medical costs.
What is the definition of “victim?”
Under South Carolina law, a victim is a person who is harmed as a result of a crime. When the victim is a minor under the age of 18 or otherwise incapacitated, the parents or legal guardians are also considered victims. When a crime results in death, the direct family members of the person who […]
