                                 CODE OF VIRGINIA

CRIME VICTIMS&#8217; OMBUDSMAN (§ 19.2-368.3:1)

A. The Commission shall employ a crime victims&#8217; ombudsman and adequate
staff to facilitate the prompt review and resolution of crime victim
compensation claims and to assure that crime victims&#8217; rights are
safeguarded and protected during the claims process. The ombudsman shall report
directly to the Commission.

B. The ombudsman shall ensure that all parties, including service providers and
Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund personnel, are acting in the best interests
of the crime victim. The ombudsman shall also provide assistance to crime
victims in filling out the necessary forms for compensation and obtaining
necessary documentation.

HISTORY: 1998, c. 484.