Virginia Code § 19.2-368.5 outlines the procedures for filing claims related to criminal offenses, including deadlines and special provisions for minors, incapacitated persons, and sexual abuse cases. It also details circumstances under which the filing period can be extended for good cause. The law ensures victims or their representatives can seek restitution within specified timeframes, with considerations for special cases.
A claim can be filed by the victim, or if the victim is a minor or incapacitated, by their parent, guardian, or authorized representative.
Generally, claims must be filed within three years of the crime or the victim's death, with specific extensions for minors, incapacitated persons, and sexual abuse cases.
Yes, for good cause, the Virginia Crime Victim Compensation Commission may extend the filing period for crimes committed on or after July 1, 2001.
Yes, claims for sexual abuse of a minor can be filed within 10 years after the minor's 18th birthday, and in felony cases, the time limit does not apply.