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If you're Jane Doe in Maryland

What Maryland's crime victim compensation law says, in plain words. Each line links to the exact sentence it comes from.

Criminal Injuries Compensation Board (CICB), run by Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, Criminal Injuries Compensation Board.

Program phone410-585-3010
CICB Application for Crime Victim Compensation with instructions (rev. Nov 2021)

CICB Application for Crime Victim Compensation with instructions (rev. Nov 2021)MD-S9

The program's own page, saved by Tend.

Open it on gocpp.maryland.gov

What the program can pay for

The forensic exam

  • You should not get a bill for a sexual assault forensic exam.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(b)(1)and 1 more

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(b)(1)MD-EXAM-1

    When a physician, qualified provider, or hospital gives a rape or sexual offense victim a forensic exam or the related emergency care listed in the statute, the services must be free to the survivor. The statute itself does not mention insurance; the exam billing regulation does.

    the services shall be provided without charge to the individual

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    COMAR 10.12.02.05A(2)-(3)MD-EXAM-5

    A provider may not bill the survivor, the survivor's family, or the survivor's private insurance for any difference between its charges and the state's payment, and must take the state's payment as payment in full.

    May not bill a victim of an alleged rape, sexual offense, or child sexual abuse, or the victim's family or private insurance, for any difference between charges and Department reimbursement; and (3) Shall accept the Department's reimbursement as payment in full.

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  • The provider should not bill your insurance for it either.

    COMAR 10.12.02.05A(2)-(3)

    COMAR 10.12.02.05A(2)-(3)MD-EXAM-5

    A provider may not bill the survivor, the survivor's family, or the survivor's private insurance for any difference between its charges and the state's payment, and must take the state's payment as payment in full.

    May not bill a victim of an alleged rape, sexual offense, or child sexual abuse, or the victim's family or private insurance, for any difference between charges and Department reimbursement; and (3) Shall accept the Department's reimbursement as payment in full.

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  • The provider is paid by the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (its Sexual Assault Reimbursement Unit), not by the survivor.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(b)(2)(i)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(b)(2)(i)MD-EXAM-2

    is entitled to be paid by the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy for the costs of providing the services

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  • The free-exam rule covers a forensic exam done within 15 days of the assault (or longer if regulation allows) and emergency hospital treatment plus follow-up testing for up to 90 days after the exam.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(c)(1)-(2)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-1007(c)(1)-(2)MD-EXAM-3

    a physical and sexual assault forensic examination to gather information and evidence as to an alleged crime when the examination is conducted within 15 days of the alleged crime or a longer period as provided by regulation; (2) emergency hospital treatment and follow-up medical testing for up to 90 days after the initial physical examination

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  • The state's reimbursement unit says the forensic exam is covered whether or not the survivor reports to police.

    SARU FAQ question 6

    SARU FAQ question 6MD-EXAM-4

    Yes, any victim of sexual assault or rape is entitled to a forensic medical examination regardless of their decision to report sexual assault to police.

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Police report

  • A police report is not the only way to qualify. Other records can count, like a protective order or medical or counseling records.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(b)and 1 more

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(b)MD-REPORT-1

    A police report is one accepted form of evidence, not the only one. The Board must also accept medical records, a sworn statement from a qualified third party, a peace or protective order, or other probative evidence.

    The Board shall accept as evidence: (1) a report produced by a law enforcement agency; (2) medical records documenting an injury consistent with the alleged crime; (3) a sworn statement from a qualified third party; (4) a peace order issued under Title 3, Subtitle 15 of the Courts Article; (5) a protective order issued under Title 4, Subtitle 5 of the Family Law Article; and (6) any other evidence the Board considers probative.

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    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-801(g)(3)MD-REPORT-2

    A sexual assault program advocate counts as a qualified third party whose sworn statement the Board accepts as evidence.

    an advocate or victim service provider from a domestic violence or sexual assault prevention or assistance program

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  • A police report is one accepted form of evidence, not the only one. The Board must also accept medical records, a sworn statement from a qualified third party, a peace or protective order, or other probative evidence.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(b)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(b)MD-REPORT-1

    The Board shall accept as evidence: (1) a report produced by a law enforcement agency; (2) medical records documenting an injury consistent with the alleged crime; (3) a sworn statement from a qualified third party; (4) a peace order issued under Title 3, Subtitle 15 of the Courts Article; (5) a protective order issued under Title 4, Subtitle 5 of the Family Law Article; and (6) any other evidence the Board considers probative.

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  • A sexual assault program advocate counts as a qualified third party whose sworn statement the Board accepts as evidence.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-801(g)(3)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-801(g)(3)MD-REPORT-2

    an advocate or victim service provider from a domestic violence or sexual assault prevention or assistance program

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Deadline to apply

  • A claim must be filed within 4 years after the crime is discovered (or a later trigger tied to an attempt to reverse a conviction).

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(1)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(1)MD-DEADLINE-1

    a claimant shall file a claim within 4 years after the later of: (i) the discovery of the occurrence of the crime or delinquent act or the death of the victim

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  • If filing was delayed because of a delay in testing a sexual assault kit or matching a DNA profile, the 4 years run from notification of the results.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(3)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(3)MD-DEADLINE-2

    In a case where the filing of a claim was delayed as the result of a delay in the testing of DNA or a delay in DNA profile matching from a sexual assault forensic examination kit or biological material related to a sexual offense, a claimant shall file a claim within 4 years after notification of the results of the testing or DNA profile matching.

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  • The Board can accept a late claim if there was good cause for missing the deadline.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(4)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-809(a)(4)MD-DEADLINE-3

    A claimant may file a claim at any time if the Board determines that there was good cause for failure to file a claim within the time limits

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Keeping your name and address private

  • Maryland's Address Confidentiality Program, run by the Secretary of State, gives survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, harassment or human trafficking a substitute address designated by the Secretary of State, so agencies can answer public records requests without revealing where they live.

    Md. Code, State Gov't 7-303

    Md. Code, State Gov't 7-303MD-ACP-1

    The Secretary of State shall establish and administer an Address Confidentiality Program for survivors of threatened, attempted, or actual domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, or human trafficking.

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How to apply

  • Email cicb.info@maryland.gov

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application Instructions

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application InstructionsMD-SUBMIT-EMAIL

    The completed application can be emailed to the CICB office at cicb.info@maryland.gov. State law allows claims to be filed electronically under Board procedures.

    Email: cicb.info@maryland.gov

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  • Mail 6776 Reisterstown Rd, Ste. 206, Baltimore, MD 21215

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application Instructions

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application InstructionsMD-SUBMIT-MAIL

    The instructions say to mail, email, or deliver the completed application to the CICB office; this is the office address printed on the application and instruction sheet.

    6776 Reisterstown Rd, Ste. 206, Baltimore, MD 21215

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  • In person 6776 Reisterstown Rd, Ste. 206, Baltimore, MD 21215

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application Instructions

    CICB Application with instructions (Rev. November, 2021), Instruction Sheet header and Application InstructionsMD-SUBMIT-INPERSON

    The completed application can also be delivered in person to the CICB office in Baltimore. State law lists in person, by mail, or electronically as the ways to file.

    6776 Reisterstown Rd, Ste. 206, Baltimore, MD 21215

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  • Phone 410-585-3010

    CICB Application for Crime Victim Compensation with instructions (rev. Nov 2021)

    CICB Application for Crime Victim Compensation with instructions (rev. Nov 2021)MD-S9

    The program's own page, saved by Tend.

    Open it on gocpp.maryland.gov

If you need money soon

  • The Board can make an emergency award before deciding the claim if an award is likely and the claimant faces undue hardship. It may not exceed $10,000 and is deducted from the final award.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-813(b)(1)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-813(b)(1)MD-EMERG-1

    The amount of an emergency award under this section: (1) may not exceed $10,000

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  • Unless an application is clearly without merit, the Board must make emergency awards for funeral costs, crime scene cleanup, and emergency relocation.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-813(c)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-813(c)MD-EMERG-2

    the Board shall make emergency awards for: (1) funeral expenses; (2) crime scene cleanup; and (3) emergency relocation

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Good to know before you apply

  • Covers crimes committed in Maryland against anyone, and crimes in another state against a Maryland resident.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-801(d)(1)(i)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-801(d)(1)(i)MD-RES-1

    a criminal offense under state, federal, or common law that is committed in: 1. this State; or 2. another state against a resident of this State

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  • A Maryland resident hurt in another state can apply here if that state has no program, the victim is ineligible there, or that program has no money.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-808(b)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-808(b)MD-RES-2

    A resident of the State is eligible for an award under this subtitle if the resident becomes a victim in another state other than this State that: (1) does not operate a criminal injuries compensation program; (2) operates a criminal injuries compensation program for which the victim is ineligible

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  • The award is reduced by money from the offender, insurance, workers' compensation, and other public or private sources. Life insurance counts only above a set amount.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-811(c)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-811(c)MD-COLL-1

    An award made under this subtitle shall be reduced by the amount of any payments received or to be received as a result of the injury

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  • If the claimant has no private insurance, the program requires applying for Medicaid first.

    Application instruction sheet, Benefits and Required Documentation

    Application instruction sheet, Benefits and Required DocumentationMD-COLL-2

    If the claimant has no private insurance, CICB requires the claimant to apply for Medicaid.

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  • The claimant must have at least $100 in unreimbursed expenses, or have lost at least $100 in earnings or support.

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(d)

    Md. Code, Crim. Proc. 11-810(d)MD-MIN-1

    The Board may make an award only if the claimant, as a result of the injury on which the claim is based, has: (1) incurred at least $100 in unreimbursed and unreimbursable expenses

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