Who administers the Texas Crime Victim's Compensation Act?

The Texas Crime Victim's Compensation Act is administered by the Texas Attorney General. This office is responsible for overseeing the compensation program, which provides financial assistance to victims of violent crimes and their families. The Attorney General’s office manages the application process and ensures that eligible victims receive the support they need, including covering medical expenses, counseling costs, and lost wages due to the crime.

While other entities, such as the Governor, state legislature, and district judges, have roles in the criminal justice system, their functions differ from the direct administration of this specific compensation program. The legislature creates the laws governing compensation, but it is the Attorney General's office that implements and administers those laws through the corresponding programs and services. Therefore, the responsibility lies with the Attorney General to help facilitate the benefits available to crime victims and ensure they can access the help they require.