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FAQs: Restitution
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What is the difference between compensation and restitution?
Restitution is court-ordered and compensation is provided by the Victim Compensation Program in each... Read More
Last updated:  04/27/2012


How much restitution is recovered?
The total amount of restitution collected is not available on the national level. For state-specific... Read More
Last updated:  07/28/2010


Aside from compensation, how can I recover financial loss due to a violent crime?
Some victims of crime file a civil suit against their offender or a third party to try to recover fi... Read More
Last updated:  04/11/2013


How can I order OVC publications and products?
Many OVC publications and products are available in hardcopy and can be ordered from the National Cr... Read More
Last updated:  04/10/2013