Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland
As a part of a criminal case, restitution is ordered and the case is dropped by the states attorney after the restitution is paid. All parties agree and the restitution order and nole disposition is carried out. Can the plaintifs now bring a civil suit to get more money than the restitution order stipulates?
Asked on 4/07/10, 12:55 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
William Welch
William L. Welch, III Attorney
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In order to recover the plaintiff would have to prove damages, and the court should deduct what has already been paid from any judgement.
Answered on 4/12/10, 4:40 pm
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