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What is a Criminal lien?
A criminal lien is specific things that someone cannot do. This could be that a person cannot move out of state, cannot sell personal property, or probation.
When a judge orders a criminal defendant to reimburse the victim it is called?
Restitution.
Is paying restitution for charges that were dismissed wrong?
Not necessarily. It's not uncommon for criminal charges to be dismissed on the condition the accused pays restitution to the victim.
Is restitution fair?
Usually not. Most often the restitution does not cover the loss. Restitution that fully covers the loss suffered by the victim is completely fair and just; and should be in addition to any criminal penalty.
Does bankruptcy wipe out the requirement to make criminal court ordered restitution payments?
Bankruptcy doesn't "cover" anything. If you mean, can a criminal-court-ordered restitution be discharged so you don't have to pay it, probably not. Lawyers are trained to argue issues for their clients, so you might find a lawyer who can convince the bankruptcy court it should be discharged.
What does a criminal charge of OFA mean?
Order for Arrest
What does 'make restitution' mean?
"Make restitution" means to pay someone for the damage or other cost that you caused.
What is another word for the noun order?
Decree or judgment. Sometimes the word "order" is used to mean various types of court rulings.
Can you include court ordered criminal restitution in chapter 7 bankruptcies?
No. Penalties are not able to be discharged - although you must list them.
Why should a convicted criminal make restitution to the victim?
A victim of a crime should be recompensed by any illegal act against them.
Can you satisfy judgment for restitution without paying?
It may depend on the court - the case - and the decision rendered in that case. In a criminal case, if you have violated the court's (the judge's) order by not making restitution, you could be remanded for contempt of court. In a civil case it is likely only that you would be punished by other (non-jail) legal measures.
Can there be a civil attachment to a criminal conviction?
No. Civil issues cannot be decided as part of a criminal prosecution. Restitution is a criminal sentence, not a civil award. If the victim would like to seek civil damages, he or she must file a civil suit.
