South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 67 - Department of Social Services
Article 67:55 - Crime victims' compensation
Chapter 67:55:01 - General provisions
Section 67:55:01:04 - Application
Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024
A claimant seeking compensation under this article must submit a completed application for compensation signed by the claimant. The application form is available from the department or any law enforcement agency.
A claimant applying for an emergency award must indicate on the application that it is to be considered as an emergency application and must attach a written statement explaining the undue hardship that will result to the claimant if an emergency award is not given.
A claimant seeking compensation under this chapter is limited to the following individuals:
(1) The victim;
(2) A family member representing the victim;
(3) If the victim is a minor, the minor's guardian or conservator; or
(4) In the event of personal injury to or death of the victim, the individual responsible for maintenance of the victim or the administration of the victim's estate.
A third party such as an employer, an assignee, an insurance company, or a service provider may not submit an application for compensation under this chapter.
General Authority: SDCL 23A-28B-33.
Law Implemented: SDCL 23A-28B-11, 23A-28B-12, 23A-28B-15, 23A-28B-40.
