The People v. Frasure CA3

DISCUSSION

Background At the sentencing hearing, Andrea J. made a statement to the trial court. As to victim restitution, she said: “This left me bruises on my face, neck, arm and chest. My throat hurt for several weeks. Because of this incident, my life, as well as my 13 year old son [sic], has changed forever. . . . “[E]very time I close my eyes, I relive the nightmare. I am scared. I do not trust anyone anymore, and I have panic attacks on a daily basis now. I spent time at Behavioral Health, and spent six weeks at an extensive outpatient basis [sic]. I still have therapy once a week, as well as my son. “I have used all of my family medical leave, and there still are days when I cannot make it to work, let alone get out of my bed. I know I am close to getting fired at work because my entire personality has changed. . . . “I am in financial ruins because he left me to pay all of the bills, which I was fully capable of doing when I was healthy. . . . [¶] . . . [¶] “I do want restitution for what he has done. I request $5,000 for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional damage. . . .” (Italics added.) The trial court asked how often Andrea J. went to counseling. She said: “[O]nce…