Do you want to claim compensation?
When you have been the victim of a crime, you have the right to claim compensation from the person who committed the offense. Compensation is intended to cover damages and suffering caused by the crime. Understanding your rights and how to proceed with a claim is essential to securing the compensation you’re entitled to.
Compensation is a financial payment made by the convicted offender to the victim. It’s designed to cover both direct and indirect damages caused by the crime, such as financial losses, physical injuries, psychological suffering, or other negative consequences. Compensation can be categorized into three main types:
- Economic damages
This covers compensation for actual costs and losses, such as medical expenses, lost income, or repair costs for damaged property. - Personal injury
This includes physical and psychological harm, including pain, suffering, and lasting injuries. - Violation damages
This includes violation of personal integrity caused by the crime. This is common in cases like assault or sexual offenses.
How to claim
To claim compensation, you usually need to present your claim when the court handles the crime by following these steps:
- Report the crime
Begin by reporting the crime to the police. The police and prosecutor will investigate the crime and collect evidence. If there’s sufficient evidence, the prosecutor will press charges against the suspect. - Claim during the trial
During the trial, you have the opportunity to present your claim. You have to specify the damages caused by the crime and the economic amount you’re seeking. You can claim for economic losses, personal injuries, and violation damages. - Wait for the court’s decision
During the trial, the court decides both whether the accused is guilty and the appropriate level of compensation. The amount awarded is based on the evidence and information presented during the trial. - Enforcement
If the convicted person doesn’t voluntarily pay what they’re supposed to, you can contact the Swedish Enforcement Authority (Kronofogden) to help collect the money. In some cases, you may also be eligible for compensation from the Swedish Crime Victim Authority (Brottsoffermyndigheten).
What we help with in compensation cases
Legal advice
We provide legal guidance to help you understand your rights and how to present your compensation claim effectively. We also assist in collecting and presenting the necessary documentation.
Handling compensation claims
We support you in presenting your claim during the trial, ensuring that it’s correctly formulated and backed with evidence.
Support with enforcement
If the offender doesn’t pay the awarded compensation, we help you contact the Swedish Enforcement Authority to collect the money. We also provide advice on applying for compensation from the Swedish Crime Victim Authority.
Get legal help today
Do you need help with compensation? You can always get in contact with our lawyers within just 24 hours when you need quick answers to your questions. Or you can email or call us whenever you need to hire a lawyer for legal assistance.
FAQ about compensation
What can I receive compensation for?
You can receive compensation for economic losses, personal injuries, and violations caused by the crime. This covers both direct and indirect damages.
What happens if the convicted person doesn’t pay up?
If the convicted person doesn’t pay voluntarily, you can seek help from the Swedish Enforcement Authority to collect the money. In some cases, you can also apply for compensation from the Swedish Crime Victim Authority.
How much can I receive?
The amount depends on the extent of the damages and the type of harm you have suffered. The court determines the amount based on the evidence and information presented during the trial.
