If restitution is ordered, how does it get to the victim?

Restitution is paid through the Lake County Circuit Clerks office (1-847-377-3380), not the State’s Attorney Office. It is very important that crime victims update any change of address with the circuit clerk's restitution division. Checks are not forwarded if the victim moves and does not update their address 

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1. Is there money to help cover medical expenses as a result of violent crime committed against me?
2. Will the defendant be ordered to pay restitution?
3. If restitution is ordered, how does it get to the victim?
4. How long does the defendant have to pay restitution?
5. What happens if restitution is not paid?