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.
1 Felony theft convictions also bring with them the possibility of significant fines. A single conviction can bring a fine as low as $1,000 dollars, or as high as $150,000 or more.  Restitution. Apart from any fines, courts also typically require a convicted person to pay restitution.