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I have been ordererd to pay restition to the federal government.

Asked over 2 years ago - Dallas, TX

I commited a crime almost ten years ago, I was ordered to pay restitution but no court fees, and fines. I was sentenced to Federal Prison, completed my sentence and 3 years of probation. What will happen to me if I can't afford to pay back the money I was ordered to pay? I'm unmarried without any assets and can hardly get a job because I'm now a convicted felon.

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Matthew G Kaiser

Reputation Level 8

Answered over 2 years ago. Federal Crime Lawyer in Washington, DC.

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The matter will likely be turned over to the Special Litigation Unit of your local U.S. Attorney's Office.

If you ever get significant assets, they can try to take those to cover the restitution. If you don't work, or have any cash beyond what you need to pay your basic expenses, it probably won't be worth the trouble of them bringing an action.

You should keep in touch with SPU and save all your correspondence with them.

I hope that answers your question. Good luck!

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