About UOVC

The Utah Office for Victims of Crime is the state agency dedicated to supporting victims of crime and strengthening victim services across Utah. UOVC was established by the Utah Legislature in 1986 and operates as a division of the Department of Criminal Justice.

Our Mission

Victim-focused support and funding.

Our Vision

Communities made stronger through victim healing.

Our Values

Compassion

The victim's needs are at the center of every action, guiding the path to healing, restoration, and empowerment.

Integrity

Being honest, open, and accountable in all decisions while carefully managing resources and fulfilling responsibilities.

Collaboration

Work with community partners to support victims.

Accessibility

Provide fair and appropriate services that are easy to find, understand, and use.

Impact

Continually improve victim services and outcomes.

UOVC Impact

Data reflects the most recent reporting period, FY2025.

Compensation Applications Received
0
Payments to and on behalf of victims
$0
Victim Service Grants Awarded Statewide
0
Total Federal and State Funds Awarded
$0
Victim Advocates Trained
0
Trainings provided
0

Our Office Structure

UOVC is organized into specialized divisions that support victims of crime and strengthen services statewide.

Administration

Provides leadership, oversight, and coordination of UOVC operations.

Finance

Manages budgeting, fiscal operations, and financial accountability.

Grants & Victim Services

Supports victim service providers across Utah through funding administration, training, monitoring, and technical assistance.

Program Functions

  • Grant Administration
    Manages application, award, and compliance processes for victim service grants.
  • Monitoring & Compliance
    Reviews funded programs to ensure accountability, performance, and alignment with state and federal requirements.
  • Training & Technical Assistance
    Provides training, resources, and support to strengthen victim service providers statewide.

Compensation Program

Provides financial assistance to eligible victims of crime to help cover expenses related to recovery and support.

Program Functions

  • Victim Support & Advocacy
    Assists victims in navigating the compensation process and understanding available benefits.
  • Compensation Specialists
    Reviews applications and determines eligibility for compensation benefits.
  • Claims Analysts
    Processes medical, dental, mental health therapy invoices
  • Restitution Recovery
    Coordinates and manages restitution efforts to help recover funds paid through approved victim compensation claims

What People Say

I was, and still am, so thankful for the crisis counseling I received…and not having to carry the financial burden of medical bills and medications that were directly related to my attack. I don't even know how I would have coped emotionally if I had to pay for my emergency room visit and appointments at clinic post assault.
Survivor of Sexual Assault
The people at UOVC are excellent. Communication is timely and clear.
Victim Advocate
I really love how you created a space where people felt safe to be vulnerable. Great job!
Training Attendee