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17-A M.R.S. § 2002 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following words have the following meanings. [PL 2019, c. 113, Pt. A, §2 (NEW).] 1. Collateral source. "Collateral source" means a source of benefits or advantages for economic loss resulting from a crime, which…
17-A M.R.S. § 2003 Mandatory consideration of restitution
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1. Inquiry as to victim's financial loss. The court shall, whenever practicable, inquire of a prosecutor, law enforcement officer or victim with respect to the extent of the victim's financial loss and shall order restitution when appropriate. The order for restitution must desig…
17-A M.R.S. § 2004 Authorized claimants
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Restitution may be authorized for: [PL 2019, c. 113, Pt. A, §2 (NEW).] 1. Victim. The victim or a dependent of a deceased victim, or an heir, beneficiary or recipient of the victim's estate; 2. County. The county where the offense was prosecuted if the victim voluntarily refuses …
17-A M.R.S. § 2005 Criteria for restitution
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1. Restitution authorized. Restitution may be authorized, in whole or in part, as compensation for economic loss. In determining the amount of restitution authorized, the following must be considered: A. The contributory misconduct of the victim; [PL 2019, c. 113, Pt. A, §2 (NEW)…