CRIME VICTIM REPARATION ADDITIONAL CRIMES

Summary

The legislation adds assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, criminal sexual contact (including with a minor) and robbery with a deadly weapon to the list of crimes for which victims may receive restitution. It also states that restitution is limited to personal losses and does not cover property damage. The change is intended to broaden compensation for victims of these violent offenses.

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