Pennsylvania law § 1107.1 mandates that courts order restitution for victims of identity theft, covering expenses related to investigating, legal actions, and credit correction. The law specifies recoverable costs such as professional fees, credit bureau charges, and court fees. Additionally, § 1108 grants district attorneys automatic standing in certain prisoner-related legal proceedings to protect their interests.
Expenses such as attorney and accountant fees, credit bureau charges for credit correction, court costs, and filing fees can be recovered.
The convicted individual found guilty of identity theft or related fraud is ordered by the court to pay restitution to cover the victim's expenses.
Yes, eligible expenses include investigation costs, legal fees, credit correction charges, and court-related costs.
District attorneys automatically have standing and a legal interest in proceedings involving prisoner release or custody issues and can seek necessary equitable relief.