California AB1213 amends the Penal Code to prioritize restitution to victims over other fines and fees.

California AB1213 amends the Penal Code to ensure that victims of crimes receive restitution before any other fines or fees associated with a criminal conviction. The bill declares that victims have a constitutional right to restitution, which must be paid by the offender. It mandates that courts impose a restitution fine and require restitution to victims, enforceable as a civil judgment. The bill also outlines specific types of losses that can be reimbursed, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and psychological harm.

California AB1213 amends the Penal Code to prioritize restitution to victims over other fines and fees.

California AB1213 amends the Penal Code to ensure that victims of crimes receive restitution before any other fines or fees associated with a criminal conviction. The bill declares that victims have a constitutional right to restitution, which must be paid by the offender. It mandates that courts impose a restitution fine and require restitution to victims, enforceable as a civil judgment. The bill also outlines specific types of losses that can be reimbursed, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and psychological harm.