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Criminal Law Questions and Answers

Where can I find the victim-witness program in my county?

Where can I find the public defender in my county?

Where can I get a guide to clean up my criminal record?

I am a crime victim. Can I get money from the person who hurt me?

How can I find out if the defendant has assets so I can collect restitution?

What are the rights and role of victims in the juvenile court process? (PDF)

I am a crime victim. Can I get money from the person who hurt me?
You may be able to recover for some of your losses. You can ask the court to order someone to pay "restitution (opens in new window)". There is also a state crime victim restitution fund.

For more information, read Information on Crime Victim's Compensation.

Also contact the Crime Victim/Witness Assistance Center in your county.

There are court forms and instructions that can help if you decide to file for an Order for Restitution:

• Order for Restitution and Abstract of Judgment (Form CR-110/JV-790) and
• Instructions: Order for Restitution and Abstract of Judgment (Form CR-112/JV-792).

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How can I find out if the defendant has assets so I can collect restitution?
You can ask the judge to order the defendant to fill out a Defendant's Statement of Assets (Form CR-115). Form CR-117 has Instructions: Defendant's Statement of Assets.

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