We understand that you may not remember a lot of detail about what happened. Any details you can give us will help us find your official records.
If the person who was charged or convicted is deceased or lacks legal capacity to make an application, someone else including a spouse or person who was in a significant relationship with the eligible person, child, parent, sibling, niece, nephew or legal personal representative can make the application.
Before starting an application
All applicants need to provide certified proof of identity documents.
The easiest way is by providing a certified copy of an Australian driver’s licence with your correct name and address details. The licence can be expired for up to two years. See other options for confirming your identity.
You may also provide statements or documents relating to the charge.
Making an application
Once you have the mandatory proof of identity documents ready, you can submit your application using the options below.
The online form will not save your progress until you submit the completed form. You will need to start the form again if you close the window before submitting.
Alternatively, send your completed and signed application form (PDF, 328.0 KB) to us by email or post by:
- sending an email with your completed application form and certified proof of identity documents to ehos@justice.tas.gov.au
- sending your completed application form and certified proof of identity documents to:
Private and Confidential
EHOS Unit
GPO Box 98
Hobart TAS 7001
You can also collect a copy of the application form from Service Tasmania or contact us to request a copy be sent to you.
What happens next
After you submit your application, we will review the information you have given us.
We will contact you if we need more information from you.
We will contact you to arrange your redress payment if your application is successful.
You can apply to TASCAT for a review if your application is unsuccessful.
Feedback
If you would like to provide feedback on your experience with the application process to help improve it in the future, please contact us.
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