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The article informs on restitution which endeavors to restore victims to the place where they stood when they became victims of crime. It mentions that restitution in federal criminal cases is part of the sentencing process, in which Probation Service prepares a pre-sentencing report that includes a preliminary assessment of what restitution, if any, is appropriate. It also mentions that the Department of Justice, acting on behalf of a victim, may enforce a restitution order in the manner. |