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Crime Victims

IRS Taxing Crime Victims Sparks Debate: Fairness, Policy, and Potential Reforms

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Introduction The chilling effect of a crime doesn’t end with the physical or emotional trauma. For many victims, the long road to recovery is fraught with financial challenges, exacerbated by an unexpected and often infuriating hurdle: the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) taxing crime victim compensation. This practice, which sees some forms of restitution, settlements, and … Read more

Advocates Demand Increased Crime Victim Support in Washington State

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The Urgency of Support The shadows of crime fall heavily, not just on the immediate aftermath, but across lives, communities, and futures. In Washington State, a dedicated force of advocates is tirelessly working to shed more light on the critical need for robust and comprehensive support systems for those who have been victimized. This is … Read more

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