A crime victim is any person who has suffered harm including physical, mental, emotional harm or even economic loss caused by a violent criminal offense
Victims of crime are: victims of domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence, victims of human trafficking, victims of rape, harassment and sexual abuse, victims of robbery and violent attacks. Victims are also the family members of murder victims, whose death was directly caused by the criminal offense.
Victims of crime are recognized with a multitude of rights within the laws of the Republic of Kosovo and are offered protection, security, rehabilitation and reintegration.
As a victim of crime, you have the right to:
The treatment and reintegration of crime victims requires a multifaceted approach involving different actors and services to help victims. Crime victims in Kosovo are offered:
CRIME VICTIMS COMPENSATION PROGRAM
The program for the compensation of crime victims is financed by the Budget of the Republic of Kosovo. The program enables victims of compensable violent crimes to apply for financial compensation for damages as a result of the criminal offense. Compensation from the state can be requested in cases where the victim cannot realize the right to compensation from the defendant or compensation from other sources.
You can find detailed information about victim compensation in the brochures and forms attached below. See the information booklet and forms for submitting a claim for compensation.