Crime Victims Reparations Board public meetings in 2024
14 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet on December 17, 2024, to review and vote on 98 claims for compensation, including 18 emergency awards, 63 standard claims, 4 mental health claims, and 17 late additions. The meeting will also include public comments, approval of previous minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting for January 14, 2025.
- 18 emergency claims from parishes including Beauregard, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Iberia, Livingston, Orleans, St. James, St. Martin, and Tangipahoa
- 63 standard claims from parishes including Orleans (19), Calcasieu (6), Jefferson (6), and others
- 4 standard mental health claims from St. Charles Parish (items 72-75)
- 17 late addition claims from parishes including Ascension, Bossier, Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, Ouachita, Rapides, St. Helena, and Tangipahoa
- Public comments accepted via email or phone before the meeting
The Board approved 70 payments for crime victims, including emergency and standard claims for funeral, medical, and relocation expenses. The Board also voted to waive repayment of emergency awards due to undue hardship. Several claims were denied based on illegal activity or untimely filing.
- Approved 70 claims totaling $209,391.18 (unanimous)
- Approved waiver of repayment for emergency awards due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Denied claim IBER24-022 (Involved in Illegal Activity)
- Denied claim LAFA24-0020 (Involved in Illegal Activity)
- Denied claim ORLE23-045 (Expenses not Related to Victimization)
- Denied claim BERN24-201 (Claim Not Filed Timely)
- Denied claim OUAC24-017 (Involved in Illegal Activity)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board will meet to process emergency, mental health, and standard claims for crime victims across various Louisiana parishes. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the National Protocol for Intimate Partner Violence Medical Forensic Examinations.
- Review of 45 emergency award applications
- Review of 87 standard claims
- Review of 2 mental health standard claims
- Processing of 1 void/re-issue claim
- Discussion on National Protocol for Intimate Partner Violence Medical Forensic Examinations
The Board approved 83 reparation payments for crime victims across multiple parishes, including funds for funerals, medical care, and relocation. The board also confirmed emergency awards and waived repayments due to undue hardship. A late addition claim for relocation was approved for a claimant in Orleans Parish.
- Approved 83 claims totaling $185,845.78 (unanimous)
- Approved emergency awards and waived repayments due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Approved late addition claim ORLE24-180 for $1,650.70 relocation reimbursement (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will consider 77 claims for reparations, including 28 emergency awards, 45 standard claims, and 4 late additions. The board will also elect officers and approve previous meeting minutes.
- 28 emergency claims from parishes including Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, and others
- 45 standard claims from parishes such as Ascension, Bossier, Orleans, and St. Martin
- 4 late addition claims from East Baton Rouge and Orleans
- Board officer elections to be held
- Review and approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
The board approved 37 claims totaling $133,089.20 for funeral, medical, relocation, and wage expenses. The board also elected new leadership for the Chairman and Vice-Chairman positions. Previous meeting minutes and emergency awards were approved unanimously.
- Approved 37 claims totaling $133,089.20 (unanimous)
- Elected Ms. Shorty as Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Ms. White as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Confirmed emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Denied claim EBAT24-0125 for failure to file timely
- Denied claim ASCE24-008 because award would benefit offender
- Denied claim SABI20-007 because crime was not substantiated
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet to review and decide on 80 claims, including mental health cases, emergency awards, and standard claims. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and discussion of loss of support claim documentation.
- Review of 80 new applications for crime victim reparations
- 14 emergency award items (Agenda Items #1-14)
- Mental health claims (Agenda Items #18, 23, 76)
- Standard claims from parishes including Bossier, Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, and others
- Discussion of required documents for Loss of Support Claims
The Board approved 61 claims for funeral, medical, and wage expenses across multiple parishes. Members also voted to expand the types of documentation accepted for loss of support benefits. Emergency awards processed since the previous meeting were confirmed and repayment waived due to undue hardship.
- Approved 61 payments totaling $164,407.51 (unanimous)
- Confirmed emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Approved expanded documentation for loss of support benefits (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
- Denied claim CADD24-0026 (Relocation) as crime was not substantiated
- Denied claim CALC24-0019 (Funeral) as crime was not substantiated
- Denied claim LAFA24-0022 (Wage) based on contribution
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will consider 94 claims, including 20 emergency awards, 72 standard claims, 2 late additions, and several appeals and mental health items. The board will also discuss a resolution for mental health services, application requirements and electronic signatures, and proposed rule changes regarding compensation limits, definitions, and procedures.
- 20 emergency claims from parishes including Ascension, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, St. Charles, and St. Martin
- 72 standard claims from parishes including Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, and others
- Resolution for Mental Health Services to be discussed
- Proposed rule changes to definitions, eligibility, application process, and award limits (e.g., relocation up to $3,000, crime scene cleanup up to $2,500)
- Public comment deadline for proposed rules was June 20, 2024
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board approved 92 claims for victims' reparations, including emergency and standard awards. The board also approved a professional consulting resolution and a Proposed Notice of Intent. A total of $240,803.24 was authorized for distribution across federal, state, and FME funds.
- Approved 92 claim payments totaling $240,803.24
- Approved emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship
- Approved resolution with Symmetry Psychological and Business Services for consulting
- Approved Proposed Notice of Intent with amendments
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting
- Denied claim IBEV24-001 (No Pecuniary Loss)
- Denied claim JEFF24-027 (Duplicate Application)
- Denied claim OTHR24-001 (Incident occurred outside state/jurisdiction)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet to review and decide on 94 claims for reparations, including 30 emergency awards, 61 standard claims, and 3 voids/reissues. The board will also consider an appeal (Agenda Item #53) and a resolution for mental health services. Public comments are accepted.
- 30 emergency claims from parishes including Bossier, Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Iberia, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, Orleans, and St. Landry
- 61 standard claims from multiple parishes across Louisiana
- 3 void/reissue claims from East Baton Rouge
- Appeal of Agenda Item #53
- Resolution for Mental Health Services under Other Business
The Crime Victims Reparations Board approved 43 claims for funeral, medical, wage, and relocation expenses. The board also voted to waive repayment of emergency awards due to undue hardship. A resolution regarding mental health services was deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved 43 reparation payments totaling $151,188.38
- Approved emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship
- Denied claim IBER23-014 (Iberia) due to illegal activity
- Denied claim OUAC24-011 (Ouachita) due to illegal activity
- Denied claim TAMM24-005 (St. Tammany) as crime was not substantiated
- Tabled resolution on mental health services until August 13, 2024
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet on June 11, 2024, to process various victim compensation applications. The agenda includes reviewing 23 emergency awards and 79 standard claims across multiple Louisiana parishes.
- Review of 23 Emergency Awards including claims from Orleans, East Baton Rouge, and Iberville parishes
- Review of 79 Standard Claims including mental health, healthcare provider, and relocation benefit items
- Approval of May 14, 2024, Board Meeting Minutes
- Discussion of relocation benefits for victims moving due to imminent danger or safety threats
The Board approved 55 claims for victims' reparations, including emergency and standard payments for funerals, medical care, and wages. The Board also approved the immediate use of relocation expense verification forms. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved unanimously.
- Approved 55 claim payments totaling $136,163.18
- Approved emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Approved immediate use of CVR relocation expense verification forms (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
- Denied claim EBAT20-027 for mental health as it exceeded admin rule limits
- Denied claim ORLE23-031 for wages due to ineligible crime
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board will meet to review and decide on various crime victim reparation applications. The session includes the processing of emergency, standard, and late addition claims, as well as appeals and void/reissue requests.
- Review of 38 emergency award applications
- Review of 77 standard award applications
- Review of 6 void/reissue claims
- Review of 6 late addition claims
- Discussion of relocation benefits
The Board approved 79 payments totaling $251,067.39 for funeral, medical, relocation, and wage expenses. The Board also updated relocation benefit policies and approved the immediate use of CVR forms.
- Approved 79 claims totaling $251,067.39 (Unanimous)
- Confirmed emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (Unanimous)
- Removed telephone deposit and connection fees as reimbursable relocation expenses (Unanimous)
- Limited temporary lodging reimbursement to $140/day for a maximum of 7 days (Unanimous)
- Approved immediate use of CVR forms and allowed staff to make necessary edits (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (Unanimous)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board will meet to process emergency, standard, and void/reissue claims for crime victims across various Louisiana parishes. The agenda also includes a notice of intent to update regulations regarding compensation awards.
- Review of 50 emergency claims
- Review of 97 standard claims
- Review of 2 void/reissue claims
- Notice of intent to promulgate rules regarding compensation awarding
- Proposed regulation updates for mental health reimbursement rates and crime scene cleanup limits
The Board approved 93 claims for crime victim reparations, including emergency and standard awards. The board also approved an amended Notice of Intent and authorized its publication in the Register. Members discussed program policies regarding relocation, mental health, and crime scene cleanup benefits.
- Approved 93 claims totaling $214,687.02 (Unanimous)
- Confirmed emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (Unanimous)
- Approved amended Notice of Intent (Unanimous)
- Approved submission of Notice of Intent to the Register for publication (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the previous meeting (Unanimous)
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet on March 19, 2024, to review and vote on 88 claims for compensation, including 31 emergency, 52 standard, 2 void/reissue, and 3 late additions. The board will also consider a Notice of Intent to amend rules on definitions, eligibility, and reimbursement rates for mental health services, crime scene cleanup, and relocation expenses. Public comments on the proposed rule are accepted until May 20, 2024.
- 31 emergency claims from parishes including Acadia, Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Iberia, Jefferson, Lafayette, Livingston, Orleans, and St. Martin.
- 52 standard claims, with the largest number from Orleans Parish (22 claims).
- Proposed rule change adds definitions for 'healthcare facility' and 'healthcare provider' and requires victims to process insurance before applying for mental health reimbursement.
- Reimbursement rates for mental health sessions: $110/hour for doctoral-level providers, $90/hour for master's-level providers, and $50/hour for group therapy.
- Crime scene cleanup reimbursement capped at $2,500; relocation expenses capped at $5,000 per household with a police report required.
The meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024, was cancelled. There was a lack of quorum because fewer than six board members were able to attend.
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board will meet to consider new applications for mental health, healthcare provider, and standard reparations. The agenda includes reviewing 37 emergency claims, 11 healthcare provider claims, and 90 standard claims.
- Review of 37 emergency claims across various parishes including Ascension, Calcasieu, and Orleans
- Review of 11 healthcare provider claims in Jefferson, Orleans, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, and Tangipahoa
- Review of 90 standard claims involving multiple parishes such as Caddo, East Baton Rouge, and St. Charles
- Processing of 1 void/reissue claim for East Baton Rouge Parish
- Review of 4 late addition claims
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Board will meet to consider various applications for crime victim compensation. The agenda includes reviewing emergency awards, standard mental health claims, and late additions across multiple parishes.
- Review of 26 emergency award applications in Caddo, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, and Plaquemines parishes
- Review of 13 standard claims including mental health claims
- Processing of 2 void/reissue claims for East Baton Rouge and Orleans parishes
- Review of 15 late addition claims
- Discussion regarding emergency policies for mass casualty events
Crime Victims Reparations Board
The Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Board will meet to review and decide on 83 claims for reparations, including emergency, standard, mental health, and late addition categories. The board will also approve minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting and hear public comments. The meeting is open to the public.
- Review of 27 emergency claims from parishes including Bossier, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, and Tangipahoa
- Review of 32 standard claims from parishes including Ascension, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Orleans, and others
- One mental health claim (Agenda Item #71) from St. Bernard Parish
- 10 late addition emergency claims, mostly from East Baton Rouge and Orleans parishes
- Approval of December 12, 2023 board meeting minutes
The Board approved 45 payments for crime victim reparations, including emergency awards for funerals, medical expenses, and relocation. The Board also voted to allow reimbursement for Provisionally-Licensed Counselors through Licensed Professional Counselors.
- Approved 45 claims totaling $119,867.62
- Approved emergency awards and waived repayment due to undue hardship (unanimous)
- Approved reimbursement for Provisionally-Licensed Counselors through Licensed Professional Counselors (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
- Denied multiple claims for Sexual Assault Forensic Exams due to collateral source payment