The Restitution Recovery Unit (RRU) was formed in 1998 for the purpose of monitoring, tracking, and collecting restitution owed by convicted offenders to victims of crime. Since the establishment of the RRU, over $1,600,000 in restitution has been collected by the RRU.

The RRU handles cases referred to our office by the District & Circuit Courts of Tuscaloosa County and the City of Northport Municipal Court . These generally involve cases where restitution has not been paid to the clerk of the court by a defendant within a period of time specified by the Court.

Upon receiving a case, the RRU works to make contact with a defendant regarding their delinquent restitution. If necessary, the RRU will make arrangements with an individual to make payments towards his or her restitution balance over a period of time.

Collection times vary on a case by case basis. We will work to insure that restitution is paid in a timely manner and that the defendant clears the total balance in as short a period of time as possible.

You should contact the District Attorney's Victim Service Unit at (205) 349-1252 and advise them of your current contact information. This will ensure that you receive any restitution payments without a delay.

Unless an individual is specifically ordered to serve time in lieu of restitution, simply serving out a sentence will not absolve an individual of responsibility for paying restitution and associated fines, fees, or court costs as ordered by the Court. If you have questions regarding your sentence, you should consult with your attorney or the clerk of the court in which you were prosecuted and sentenced.

Restitution is due in full upon receipt of a letter from the RRU. However, if an individual is unable to clear the total balance, he or she may appear at or telephone our office to discuss payment arrangements. Any such arrangements will be based upon several factors and will vary from person to person.