On 18 November 2024, the new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) will commence in Victoria, replacing the previous Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT). The new scheme was conceptualised in 2022 when the Victorian Parliament introduced a Bill to replace VOCAT with a non-judicial model of assistance. The Bill was passed as the Victims of Crime
Being a victim of a crime can shatter your world, leaving you feeling lost and vulnerable. In the aftermath, it can be challenging to navigate the legal complexities and understand your entitlements. That’s where RV Legal’s Victims of Crime Compensation team steps in to provide professional legal support in Melbourne. Our mission is simple: to
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) is the Victorian scheme that provides financial assistance to those affected by a violent crime. Acts of violence can cover a range of areas: sexual assault domestic violence physical and psychological abuse homicide. Victims of crime compensation schemes are paid for any loss of wages or income. The
If you have been the victim of a crime, you are entitled to legal assistance and help from a range of government bodies, including the police and the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT). You may also be eligible to receive some form of compensation for your experience as a victim of crime. Find out
If you have been the victim of a violent crime and wish to seek compensation, you may be eligible for a range of options for financial assistance. The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) provides support to victims of violent crime to help cover the costs incurred, such as medical expenses and loss of earnings.
