Victim Restitution Fund

/ˈvɪktɪm ˌrɛstɪˈtuʃən fʌnd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A fund established by law or court order to compensate victims of crimes for losses not covered by restitution from offenders.
    The victim restitution fund provided financial assistance to those harmed by the burglar's actions.

Forms

  • victim restitution fund

Commentary

Typically funded by fines or fees imposed on offenders, this fund supplements direct restitution to victims when offenders cannot fully compensate for their losses.

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