(1) A relative of a victim, even though the relative was not a dependent of the victim, is eligible for compensation for reasonable medical, funeral, or burial expenses for the victim, if:
(a) Such expenses were paid by the relative; and
(b) The relative files a claim in the manner provided in this part 1.
Source: L. 81: Entire article added, p. 1139, § 5, effective July 1. L. 84: (1)(b) amended, p. 659, § 14, effective May 14. L. 2024: Entire section amended, (SB 24-120), ch. 177, p. 963, § 8, effective May 15.