BlueReady guide · Reviewed by Josh · Updated October 2026
Tennessee victim compensation for crime scene cleanup
Tennessee’s Criminal Injuries Compensation program may consider up to $3,000 for cleaning a crime scene in the victim’s home or an eligible relative’s home. The crime generally must be reported within 15 days, and the claim filed within two years.
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May be considered for crime scene cleanup
To report the crime, generally
To file the claim
The basics
Who can apply and what's covered
Who can apply: victims of crime in Tennessee, and in some cases their family members. The program is run by the Tennessee Department of Treasury.
What it covers for cleanup: cleaning the crime scene in the victim’s (or an eligible relative’s) residence, up to $3,000. Repairs generally aren’t covered.
How to start: call the program at (833) 867-3891 or visit treasury.tn.gov. The 11th Judicial District victim-witness office can also help. We give you the cleanup documentation the claim needs.
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Program rules can change. We checked these details in October 2026. Please confirm with the program before relying on them.
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It can. The state program may consider up to $3,000 for cleaning a crime scene in the victim’s or an eligible relative’s home. The crime generally has to be reported within 15 days, and you have two years to file. We help with the paperwork.
No. We never ask for money up front. We bill insurance or victim compensation first, and we go over any remaining cost with you in writing before anything is final.
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Report the crime within 15 days
The program generally requires it. Ask the officer for the report number.
Keep every receipt
Cleanup, counseling and other costs may be eligible.
Ask for help filing
The victim-witness office in the DA’s office can help you fill out the forms.
File within two years
Don’t wait, but know you have time.
Get the cleanup invoice
We provide the documentation the claim needs.
Check insurance too
Victim compensation is often the payer of last resort after insurance.
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