Your options
Victims of crime in Queensland have different options for getting help after their experience. Service options can change depending on the crime.
Find the pathway that’s right for you.
Check your application status
Check the status of your Victim Assist financial assistance application.
Support for victims
Specialist support, information and advice is available for victims of different types of crime.
There is also information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of different ages, and more.
Financial support after a violent crime
Victim Assist provides financial assistance to victims of violent crime in Queensland.
Witnessing and reporting a crime
Your evidence is important. Understand your role in reporting a crime.
As a witness, you may be eligible for some financial assistance.
Victims’ rights
Victims of crime in Queensland have many rights. For example:
- You should always be treated with respect, courtesy, compassion and dignity.
- You should be given the information you need to recover.
- Your privacy should be protected.
Forms, factsheets and other resources
We have a range of factsheets, brochures and other resources for victims of crime and service providers.
Download now or order hard copies.