What is Restitution?

Restitution is money a criminal defendant must pay to the victim(s) of the crime for their financial loss.  If you’re convicted of theft or embezzlement, you must pay back the victim for every dollar that was taken.  If you’re convicted of OWI involving an accident,  you must pay back the other driver(s) for property or other damages. If you’re convicted of an assaultive crime against someone, you must often pay costs for counseling services that the victim underwent (or plans to). These costs can be in the thousands of dollars on top of the mandatory fines, costs and assessments.  

 Learn more about restitution and when it’s required for a criminal conviction in Michigan. 

If you or a loved one is looking for a criminal defense lawyer in Ann Arbor, contact us for a free initial consultation. Geherin Law Group serves clients in Washtenaw County and throughout Southeast Michigan and can be reached at (734) 263-2780.

When is Restitution Required For a Criminal Conviction?

Every day Dan and his team answer questions like these from clients suffering from financial turmoil after a criminal charge:  

1.     What legal basis does the court have for imposing restitution?

2.     What is the definition of a “victim,” and how is restitution calculated?

3.     What if I cannot pay the full amount?

4.     Is there a way to negotiate a restitution amount?

Learn more about restitution and when it’s required for a criminal conviction in Michigan. 

Geherin Law Group, PLLC. has defended thousands of criminal cases in Ann Arbor and throughout Southeastern Michigan.  Firm founder Daniel T. Geherin is a former prosecutor and board-certified criminal trial attorney who has been practicing law for 25+ years. He’s been rated by Martindale-Hubbell as AV-Preeminent; listed in The Best Lawyers in America; named by Super Lawyers Magazine in the field of Criminal Defense; recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Detroit Business Magazine; and scored 10/10 “superb” by AVVO.com.  He also has received 300+ 5-star client reviews.  

 If you or a loved one is looking for a criminal defense lawyer in Ann Arbor, contact us for a free initial consultation. Geherin Law Group serves clients in Washtenaw County and throughout Southeast Michigan and can be reached at (734) 263-2780.