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District Attorney

Victim Assistance and Resources

  • The District Attorney’s Office has two departments that are dedicated to providing quality assistance and resources for crime victims in our community. Our Victim Advocacy department can provide information on the criminal justice system, court case updates, referrals to community support organizations, and may accompany victims to court to provide emotional support. Meanwhile, our Victim Compensation department can assist with any victim compensation questions or concerns.

  • If you are a victim in criminal case and have any questions regarding your case please call our office at 719.520.6000. If possible, please be prepared to provide the defendant’s name, court case number and division so you can be transferred to the correct person.

  • For help and information, visit the Colorado Springs Community Crisis Recovery Center site.

  • Please utilize the Self-help Trauma Website for questions relating to trauma. site.

Victim Compensation Program

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  • If you are the victim of a violent crime, you may be eligible for assistance through the Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Program. The funds for this program are collected from the fines paid by convicted defendants. Awards to victims are made by the Crime Victim Compensation Board, whose three members are local citizens appointed by the District Attorney.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be a victim of a compensable crime, a relative of a victim, or a witness at the scene. A compensable crime means an intentional, knowing, reckless, or criminal negligent act of a person that results in residential property damage, physical injury or psychological injury to another person or results in loss or damage to eyeglasses, dentures or other medically necessary devices and which, if committed by a person of full legal capacity, is punishable as a crime in this state. Expanded to include careless driving resulting in death and hit and run resulting in death.
  • The crime must have been committed in El Paso or Teller County.
  • The law enforcement authorities must be notified within 72 hours.
  • Application must be completed within one year from the date of the crime.
  • The victim must cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies and the prosecution team.
  • The injury or the death of the victim was not a result of the victim’s wrongful act. The victim must not have provoked the injury.
  • If the victim has insurance, those benefits must be utilized before compensation funds can be awarded.

COMPENSABLE LOSSES INCLUDE:

  • Dollar Sign Image
  • Reasonable Medical and Dental Expenses
  • Mental Health Counseling and Alternatives
  • Replacement of prosthetic devices
  • Lost Wages
  • Loss of Support in domestic violence, child sexual assault or homicide cases
  • Limited Residential Property Damage (replacement of exterior doors, locks, or windows)
  • Funeral Expenses

NOTE: Compensation does not cover loss of money or personal property, damaged or stolen vehicles or pain and suffering.

How to Apply for Victim Compensation

To Apply in-person call 719.520.6000 or go to the District Attorney’s Office at 105 E. Vermijo, Ste. 111, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

Counseling Treatment Plans

Only state licensed therapists and licensure candidates who are in good standing with DORA are eligible for payment. Victim Compensation is the payer of last resort, as such, all health insurance coverage, including Medicaid and Medicare, must be utilized prior to the victim compensation program making awards.

Note: A treatment plan may be subject to discovery in court proceedings.

All treatment plan forms MUST be typed. Forms submitted not typed will be returned to the provider.