Iowa woman says she’s owed $34,700 by the state’s crime victim program

By: Clark Kauffman

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: June 23, 2026

Words: 533

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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An Allamakee County woman is suing the State of Iowa over $34,700 she says she’s owed from the state’s Crime Victim Compensation Program.

Annarae Mathis, 44, of Postville, is suing the Iowa Department of Justice and its Crime Victim Compensation Program in Polk County District Court, alleging they have refused to compensate her for losses.

Mathis’ lawsuit states she was the victim of a violent crime that occurred on Aug. 13, 2024, which resulted in …

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