You have the opportunity to apply for compensation for permanent disability if, due to the criminal offense, you experience physical or psychological symptoms that do not go away. The permanent disability is typically assessed about one year after the criminal offense, once treatment has been provided and it is clear that the symptoms persist.
However, some permanent disability can be identified immediately. For example, the loss of a finger or an eye.
Compensation for permanent disability can only be awarded if the degree of disability is assessed at a level of 5% or higher (the disability level is assessed based on the Occupational Injury Insurance’s disability scale).
If it is likely that you have a disability of 5% or more, the board will refer the case to either the Danish Patient Compensation or the Labour Market Insurance, which will assist the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board by providing an advisory opinion on your potential impairment level.
The rule is found in section 4 of the Liability and Compensation Act.