Restitution is a court order that requires you as the defendant to pay the affected party, so he or she compensated for any losses that resulted from the crime. It’s separate from any fines, court costs, and attorney fees. So, it’s something that needs to be considered if you're being charged with robbery in Texas. Restitution is meant to help the victim get back to where he or she was before the crime was committed. It can also help to deter criminal behavior by forcing the defendant to take financial responsibility for the crime being committed. Restitution is often issued when the crime has caused the damage, loss, or destruction of a property. It can also be issued if returning the stolen property is impossible or isn't enough to rectify the situation. Restitution has also been applied if the victim has suffered bodily injury or to pay for any of the following: - Medical bills. - Missed checks that resulted from the loss of earnings due to an inability to go to work. - Insurance co-pays and deductibles. The victim can also agree to have the defendant make restitution payments to a third-party organization (such as a charity or non-profit organization).