How does the court decide what to order for restitution?

Utah Code states that the things to be considered in determining restitution are:

  • The ability of the defendant to pay
  • The cost of the damage or lost property
  • The cost of funeral and related services
  • The cost of the medical and related professional services and devices
  • The financial resources of the defendant
  • The rehabilitative effect on the defendant of the payment of restitution

Other circumstances which the court deems relevant

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1. What is restitution?
2. Who is considered a victim?
3. What is criminal activity?
4. What are pecuniary damages?
5. How do I apply for restitution?
6. How does the court decide what to order for restitution?
7. If restitution is ordered to me, how do I collect it?
8. Is there any other way to get restitution for my medical bills without having to wait for the defendant to pay restitution?