If restitution is ordered to me, how do I collect it?

If restitution is ordered to be paid to you, the defendant will pay it to the court or through a probation agency. The court or probation agency will then forward a check to you for the amount paid. 

If you do not receive payments as ordered, contact the court first and they can either tell you:

  • How to get the matter back on the court calendar for non-payment
  • What the delay is
  • Who the probation agency is that should be collecting the restitution

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1. What is restitution?
2. Who is considered a victim?
3. What is criminal activity?
4. What are pecuniary damages?
5. How do I apply for restitution?
6. How does the court decide what to order for restitution?
7. If restitution is ordered to me, how do I collect it?
8. Is there any other way to get restitution for my medical bills without having to wait for the defendant to pay restitution?