Racial Disparities Persist in Victim Compensation for Homicide Survivors

Racial Disparities in Victim Compensation

Families of Black homicide victims face higher denial rates for victim compensation claims, despite being more likely to file them, according to a Rutgers Health study.

The study, published in Race and Justice, analyzed data from nearly 60,000 homicide victim compensation claims in 18 U.S. states from 2015 to 2023.

Researchers used regression models to control for factors such as gender, state, and application year, and found that racial disparities persisted.

Victim compensation programs, intended to support victims and families after violent crime, often perpetuate racial inequities in access to financial assistance.

Author's summary: Racial disparities persist in victim compensation for homicide survivors.

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Rutgers University Rutgers University — 2025-10-27

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