Scotland - Apply for Families of Murder Victims Support

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Families of Murder Victims Support, the applicant has to approach the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority link Local Police Station link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. There is no fee for Families of Murder Victims Support.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. After registering the death, the applicant can purchase copies of the death certificate. These certificates serve as official proof of the death and are usually required for various administrative purposes, such as notifying banks, and insurance companies, or handling the deceased's estate.
11. Once the applicant has obtained the death certificate, he/she can proceed with making funeral arrangements. The applicant may engage a funeral director to help him/her with the practical aspects of planning and conducting the funeral service.
12. This entire process can be completed within 5 – 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• A letter from a social worker or other professional who is familiar with the applicant’s case
• A copy of the death certificate
• A copy of the police report
• A letter from a doctor or mental health professional
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
St Georges House, 56 Peter St, Manchester M2 3NQ
Phone - +443000033601
Email - [email protected]
Contact link
Local Police Station link

Eligibility

• Any close family member who intends to Apply for Families of Murder Victims Support is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• There is no fee for Families of Murder Victims Support.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 5 – 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• The name of the victim
• The date of the murder
• The applicant’s relationship with the victim
• The applicant’s financial circumstances
• The applicant’s emotional needs
• Contact details
• Email ID
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• "Families of Murder Victims Support" refers to the support services and assistance provided to the families and loved ones of murder victims in Scotland.
• These services aim to offer emotional support, practical assistance, and guidance to help individuals cope with the traumatic aftermath of a murder and navigate the challenges they may face.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• In Scotland, various organizations and support networks are dedicated to providing support to families of murder victims.
• One prominent organization in Scotland is Victim Support Scotland, which offers a range of services tailored to meet the needs of those affected by crime, including families impacted by murder.