In order for the department to establish and maintain restitution centers, the director may:

(1) develop policies and procedures for the operation of restitution centers;

Terms Used In South Carolina Code 24-21-485

  • Department: means the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services. See South Carolina Code 24-21-5
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.

(2) fund other management options advantageous to the State including, but not limited to, contracting with public or nonpublic entities for management of restitution centers;

(3) lease buildings;

(4) develop standards for disciplinary rules to be imposed on residents of restitution centers;

(5) develop standards for the granting of emergency furloughs to participants.