What Is the Backpage Remission & Compensation Fund?

The Backpage Remission & Compensation Fund is a federal compensation program created by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). It distributes forfeited funds recovered from criminal cases involving Backpage.com and CityXGuide.com to eligible survivors.

Note: The program provides compensation for documented financial losses only.

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Who Qualifies for the Backpage Remission & Compensation Fund??

You may qualify if you were trafficked and advertised on:

• Backpage.com between January 1, 2004 – April 6, 2018
• CityXGuide.com between April 8, 2018 – June 19, 2020

Victims, legal representatives, and estates may apply.

Note: Applying for compensation does not waive or impact your right to pursue a civil lawsuit.

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What Financial Losses Can Be Recovered?

• Lost wages
• Medical expenses
• Therapy and mental health treatment
• Other verifiable out-of-pocket costs

Note: The fund does not cover pain and suffering or future projected losses.

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