The Criminal Injuries Compensation Tariff  Annex E of CICA Scheme is a tariff table used in the United Kingdom to compensate victims of violent crime. It is administered by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA), which is a government agency that operates independently of the police and the courts.

CICA tariff table has a range of compensation payments for victims of violent crime based on the severity of their injuries. The CICA tariff table ranges from a minimum payment of £1,000 to a maximum payment of £500,000.

The compensation payments are based on a set of guidelines that take into account the type and severity of the injuries, the impact on the victim’s life, and any financial losses they have incurred as a result of the crime. The compensation can cover things such as loss of earnings, medical expenses, and the cost of rehabilitation.

To be eligible for compensation, the victim must have been injured as a result of a violent crime in England, Scotland or Wales. The victim must also have reported the crime to the police and cooperated with the investigation.

It’s important to note that the CICA can refuse a compensation claim if it deems that the victim’s behavior contributed to the crime, or if the victim has a criminal record. Additionally, the CICA may reduce the compensation payment if the victim has received compensation from other sources, such as insurance or a civil claim against the perpetrator.

Understanding the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) Tariff Table: A Guide

The primary purpose of the CICA tariff table is to provide a transparent and standardized framework for claiming compensation awards. By categorizing injuries and assigning corresponding compensation amounts, the cica tariff table streamlines the claims process and ensures consistency in decision-making.

The CICA tariff table is structured hierarchically, with different categories of injuries assigned varying levels of compensation. Injuries are classified based on their severity, ranging from minor to severe, with corresponding compensation amounts reflecting the impact on the victim’s physical and psychological well-being.

Factors such as the nature of the injury, its long-term consequences, and any associated financial losses are taken into account when determining compensation awards. Additionally, special provisions may exist for victims who have experienced exceptional suffering or loss, such as those affected by sexual assault or domestic violence.

CICA tariff table involves the careful consideration of each victim’s circumstances and the application of relevant compensation guidelines. Legal professionals, including solicitors and claims advisors, play a crucial role in assisting victims throughout the claims process, from initial application to final determination.

CICA tariff table extends beyond financial compensation alone. It serves as a means of acknowledging the harm suffered by victims and providing them with a sense of justice and closure. Moreover, CICA tariff table contributes to the broader societal goal of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions and supporting those affected by crime in their journey toward recovery.

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CICA Tariff Table Annex E Criminal Injuries Compensation Tariff

How much can the CICA award for physical injuries claim?

Our cica claim calculator in the main menu will help you with estimating the potential compensation that may be paid in respect to your claim. However, be aware that figures do vary considerably depending upon the nature (severity) of the injury, period of suffering and whether any mental harm has been caused. Some common example award payouts are listed below relevant to the criminal injuries compensation claim:

  • Scarring (Head / Neck /Face) : £1,500 – £11,000

  • Burns (Head / Neck /Face) : £2,400 – £27,000

  • Brain Damage : £27,000 – £250,000

  • Ear (Deafness) : £1,800 – £44,000

  • Loss of Ear : £2,400 – £19,000

  • Tinnitus : £1,500 – £16,500

  • Eye (Permanent loss of visual field) : £1,000 – £44,000

  • Eye (Dislocation of lens) : £3,500 – £13,500

  • Loss of Eye : £27,000 – £110,000

  • Loss of Sight : £22,000 – £110,000

  • Partial loss of vision : £1,000 – £55,000

  • Permanent clicking jaw or dislocated jaw :  £3,000 – £3,500

  • Fractured jaw bone :  £1,500 – £11,000

  • Multiple fractures to face :  £1,500 – £11,000

  • Neck (Strained neck or whiplash injury – disabling for more than 13 weeks) :  £1,000 – £11,000

  • Loss of smell and taste :  £3,500 – £16,500

  • Skull fracture :  £1,000 – £4,600

  • Damage to teeth :  £1,000 – £3,500

  • Tongue (Impaired speech) :  £3,500 – £19,000

  • Loss of speech – permanent :  £33,000

  • Loss of tongue :  £44,000

  • Loss of arm :  £33,000 – £111,000

  • Paralysis or Equivalent loss of function of arm :  £27,000 – £82,000

  • Dislocated or fractured elbow :  £1,500 – £11,000

  • Fractured or dislocated finger or thumb :  £1,000 – £6,200

  • Loss of finger or thumb :  £3,500 – £55,000

  • Partial loss of finger or thumb :  £1,000 – £16,500

  • Fractured hand : £1,800 – £6,200

  • Loss of, or equivalent loss of function of hand : £33,000 – £110,000

  • Fractured bones in arm : £1,500 – £11,000

  • Dislocated or Frozen Shoulder : £1,500 – £6,200

  • Damage to one or more of tendon, ligament or cartilage : £1,000 – £11,000

  • Fractured or dislocated or sprained (more than 13 weeks) wrist injuries : £1,000 – £11,000

  • Fracture in back : £1,000 – £11,000

  • Chest injury requiring thoracotomy : £6,200 – £16,500

  • Collar bone fractured : £2,400 – £4,600

  • Genitalia injuries : £3,500 – £11,000

  • Loss of fertility : £55,000

  • Loss of kidney : £11,000 – £55,000

  • Punctured or Collapsed lungs : £1,500 – £11,000

  • Loss of pancreas : £16,500

  • Loss of spleen : £11,000

  • Fractured or dislocated ankle : £2,400 – £16,500

  • Fractured Femur (thigh bone) : £1,800 – £11,000

  • Fractured foot or tarsal bones : £1,000 – £13,500

  • Fractured heel bone : £1,500 – £13,500

  • Fractured or dislocated hip : £2,400 – £16,500

  • Loss of leg : £33,000 – £110,000

  • Fractured Tibia (shin bone) : £1,800 – £11,000

  • Fractured Toe : £1,000 – £13,500

  • Loss of Toe : £2,400 – £13,500

  • Fatal criminal injury – Single qualifying relative : £11,000

  • Fatal criminal injury – Multiple qualifying relatives : £5,500

If you suffer from mental illness you can only claim for this element if you have a condition diagnosed by a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist. This is the standard of evidence that the CICA (very unreasonably) require. The following awards are paid for such cases:

  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) recovery likely: up to £13,500

  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) condition likely to be lifelong: £22,000

  • Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) – up to £22,000

  • Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) generally deemed lifelong: £22,000

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How much can the CICA award for sexual assault and sexual abuse claims?

Our sexual abuse calculator will help you with estimating the potential compensation that may be paid in respect of your sexual abuse claim. However, be aware that figures do vary considerably depending upon the nature (severity) of the abuse, period of suffering and whether any mental harm has been caused.

If you suffer from mental illness you can only claim for this element if you have a condition diagnosed by a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist. This is the standard of evidence that the CICA (very unreasonably) require. Some common example award payouts are listed below relevant to sexual assault and sexual abuse claims:

Description Award
Sexual assault
minor - non-penetrative sexual physical act(s) over clothing 1,000
minor - non-penetrative frequent sexual physical act(s) over clothing 1,500
serious - non-penetrative sexual physical act(s) under clothing 2,000
serious - pattern of repetitive non-penetrative sexual physical acts under clothing 3,300
Sexual assault – one or more of non-penile penetrative or oral genital act(s)
one incident 3,300
two or more isolated incidents 4,400
pattern of repetitive, frequent incidents – over a period up to 3 years 6,600
over a period of 3 years or more 8,200
resulting in serious internal bodily injuries 22,000
resulting in permanently disabling mental illness confirmed by psychiatric prognosis – moderate mental illness 22,000
severe mental illness 27,000
Non-consensual penile penetration of one or more of vagina, anus or mouth
one incident 11,000
one incident involving two or more attackers 13,500
repeated incidents over a period – up to 3 years 16,500
3 years or more 22,000
resulting in serious internal bodily injuries 22,000
resulting in permanently disabling mental illness confirmed by psychiatric prognosis – moderate mental illness 22,000
severe mental illness 27,000
resulting in serious internal bodily injury with permanent disabling mental illness confirmed by psychiatric prognosis – moderate mental illness 33,000
severe mental illness 44,000
Other payments
Where a person has sustained any of the following as a direct result of their being the victim of a sexual offence, an additional payment will be made. These payments will not be subject to the multiple injury formula at paragraph 37 of this Scheme.
Pregnancy 5,500
Sexually transmitted infection other than HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C – substantial recovery 5,500
Sexually transmitted infection other than HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C – permanent disability 11,000
Infection with one or more of HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C (sustained as a result of any crime of violence). This payment is not subject to the multiple injury formula. 22,000
Loss of foetus (sustained as a result of any crime of violence). This payment is not subject to the multiple injury formula. 5,500

You can only receive one main award, so you will not be compensated for both the abuse itself and also any mental health condition. You receive the higher award from the two categories.

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