Q: An offender tore up a house(removed wall) committing crime. Is not charged RESTITUTION. Why is this
A:
That’s a very Interesting question. There are a variety of reasons that factor into whether or not someone charged with a crime owes any restitution at all in the first place. Then there are questions surrounding the manner in which their restitution is to be measured. There are instances where although restitution is appropriate and can be quantified, however the defendant simply has no means to pay as in a situation involving homelessness, or indigency.
I think we would definitely need some additional information in order to give you the best possible answer to your question. And of course, ultimately the decision rests not with the victim, but with the prosecuting authority (usually the district attorneys office) along with the judge assigned to the case.
In order to get the best possible answer to your question it would be wise to contact a seasoned criminal defense attorney and supply them with all of the pertinent facts of the case.
I wish you the very best of luck!
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