Question

What does the term "restitution" refer to?

• A. The punishment imposed on a defendant for a criminal offense
• B. The act of the restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner
• C. The process of resolving disputes through negotiation and compromise
• D. The legal document that initiates a lawsuit or legal action

Hint:

Restitution means returning the wrongfully taken item or money to its rightful owner, often used as a legal remedy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Restitution is a legal remedy that involves restoring a person to their original position by returning what was lost or compensating them for the loss.
It is commonly used in both civil and criminal proceedings:
- In civil law: Restores unjust enrichment or returns property.
- In criminal law: Courts may order an offender to pay restitution to the victim.
Why others are incorrect:
- (A) refers to punishment, not restoration.
- (C) defines mediation/conciliation, not restitution.
- (D) refers to a plaint or legal petition, not restitution.