Victim Restitution
/ˈvɪktɪm ˌrɛstɪˈtjuːʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Financial compensation ordered by a court for a crime victim to cover losses caused by the offender's conduct.
The court mandated victim restitution to reimburse medical bills incurred during the assault.
Forms
- victim restitution
- victim restitutions
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Commentary
Victim restitution specifically refers to court-ordered payments to victims for direct losses, distinct from broader victim compensation programs.
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