Can I make a claim for compensation on my child's behalf?

Where a child has suffered physical injury or psychological harm as a result of the offender’s crime, the child can make a claim for financial compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. A claim can only be made where there has been a crime of violence. The address is:

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority

Tay House

300 Bath Street

Glasgow G2 4LN

Telephone 0141 331 2726

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