An Illinois Restitution Order is a court-ordered payment from a convicted criminal to a victim of their crime. The payment is made to compensate for any economic losses that the victim may have suffered due to the crime. There are two types of Illinois Restitution Orders: Mandatory and Discretionary Restitution Orders. A Mandatory Restitution Order is a payment that must be made by the offender to the victim and is required by law. This type of order will typically include any losses that the victim may have incurred due to medical costs, property damage, and lost wages. A Discretionary Restitution Order is an order that may be issued by a judge, at their discretion, to provide some form of compensation to the victim for any losses that are not covered by a Mandatory Restitution Order. This type of order may include payments for emotional distress, pain and suffering, or counseling services.