Iowa Code § 710A.4: Restitution — restorative expenses.

1. For purposes of this section, “restorative expenses” means the projected costs of education, vocational training, medical health, mental health, transportation, housing, child care, or other projected costs that will aid in a victim’s recovery.

2. The gross income of a defendant or the value of labor or services performed by a victim of the defendant shall be considered when determining restitution pursuant to chapter 910. For purposes of this section, restitution may include restorative expenses for a period not to exceed three years as approved and ordered by the court.

3. A defendant’s ability to pay shall not be a factor in the court’s decision to order restorative expenses.

4. A defendant’s obligation to pay court-ordered restorative expenses shall not be dischargeable in any proceeding under the federal Bankruptcy Act of 1898, as amended.