Perhaps from Vulgar Latin *pernula, diminutive of Latin perna, which in Sicily meant pearl, earlier sea-mussel, literally ham, haunch, gammon, so called for the shape of the mollusk shells. Other theories connect it with the root of pear, also somehow based on shape, or Latin pilula globule, with dissimilation.
Restitution is included as part of a sentence in a criminal case when: 1  the court considers it necessary for rehabilitation. 2  itâs needed to make the victim whole, and.  the victimâs financial losses are directly related to the defendantâs crime.
As religious leaders and philosophers pondered retribution, the Golden Rule of reciprocity was brought into consideration. Retribution without consideration of morals or ethics could be considered revenge. From these musings the concept of retributive justice has advanced to punishment that must fit the crime. Economic Retribution or Restitution. When criminal offenders are believed to have gained an unfair advantage over others by breaking the law, judicial systems attempt to look beyond the punishment.