Where a person is convicted of sexual assault, the victim has the right to claim compensation for any loss or injury (including psychological injury) caused by the offence. Compensation can be sought directly from the offender in a separate action, or the judge who has heard the criminal case and who will be aware of the particular facts of the assault can make an order for compensation. Alternatively, a claim can be made for victims of crime compensation. See Victims of crime compensation or the Victims of Crime website to learn more.

A person may seek compensation for child abuse through either a civil claim or the National Redress Scheme for Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse. See Victims of Child Abuse or visit the National Redress Scheme website.