Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Program
The Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Program provides payment to cover the cost of gathering evidence during the forensic examination for victims of sexual crimes in Missouri. The medical provider is required to bill the SAFE Program for reasonable charges incurred during the forensic examination. Charges for medical treatment of any injuries are not eligible and may be billed to the patient. The patient may not be billed for any forensic examination charges. For more details, please follow the link to the program guidelines.
Funding for the SAFE Program is received and administered by the Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) Program. The following charts illustrate the breakdown of SAFE claims paid during past fiscal years.
| Number of Claims Paid | Fiscal Year | Adult | Child | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY09 | 1,018 | 1,631 | 2,649 | |
| FY10 | 1,110 | 1,665 | 2,775 | |
| FY11 | 1,395 | 1,970 | 3,365 |
| Amount of Payments | Fiscal Year | Adult | Child | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY09 | $843,241.50 | $1,060,386.97 | $1,903,628.47 | |
| FY10 | $963,915.49 | $1,125,428.07 | $2,089,343.56 | |
| FY11 | $1,199,743.10 | $1,485.164.03 | $2,684,907.13 |
On the map of Missouri, click on any county to view county-specific payment information.
