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, a Rutgers Health study found.
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 controlled for factors like gender, state, and application year.
- Racial disparities persisted even after accounting for these factors.
Victim compensation programs often perpetuate racial inequities in access to financial assistance.
The study highlights the need to address these disparities and ensure equal access to support for all families of homicide victims.
Author's summary: Racial disparities persist in victim compensation for homicide survivors.
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