Restitution is punishment requiring an offender to repay the victim with services or money, and may be imposed instead of or in addition to other punishments.

• A. Fines
• B. Restitution
• C. Probation
• D. Community service

Answer: (B)

Restitution is a form of punishment that requires the offender to repay the victim with money or provide services to offset the harm caused. It can be imposed instead of, or in addition to, other penalties, making it distinct from purely punitive sanctions. Fines are payments to the government and function as punishment rather than direct compensation to the victim. Probation focuses on supervised freedom with conditions rather than financial redress. Community service involves performing work for the community and does not directly compensate the victim. Restitution specifically addresses the victim’s losses—like repair costs, medical bills, or lost wages—making it the best fit for the description.