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Support for victims of crime

Resources for victims of crime, their support workers and their families.

Definition and rights of a victim of a criminal offence

Know the rights guaranteed to victims of a criminal offense (crime) by the Act to assist persons who are victims of criminal offences and to facilitate their recovery.

Assistance and information services

Find information, resources, and help for crime victims, their relatives, and the people who help them.

Financial assistance and leaves of absence

Apply for compensation for damage, financial assistance and leaves of absence at the court, the IVAC, the CNESST, the SAAQ or the Autorité des marchés financiers, according to the crime suffered

Deciding Whether to Report a Crime to the Police

Know the information that can help a victim decide whether to report the crime to the police.

Medical and medicolegal exams to conduct quickly after a sexual assault

Knowing where to take these exams, what they are for, and what the process is.

Stages and participation in the criminal court process

Find out more about the stages in the criminal court process, from the complaint filed with the police to the outcome of the trial, and about your role in the process.

Testify in court as a crime victim

Find tips and advice on how to prepare and facilitate your testimony in court as a victim of crime.

Last update: October 6, 2025