When a convicted offender primarily pays into a victims' fund for damages caused by the crime, it is known as:

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Restitution is the court-ordered payment made by the offender to the victim(s) in order to make amends for the harm caused by the crime. This payment can be used to cover the cost of damages, medical bills, lost wages, or other related expenses. Restitution is a form of criminal justice that provides compensation to the victims of a crime and helps to hold the offender accountable for their actions. It is different from retribution, which is a punishment intended to be a form of justice to a particular group or individual.

When a Convicted Offender Primarily Pays into a Victims' Fund