Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Penal Code (Ch. 500–534)

KRS (Penal Code) § 532.036: Financial support of child or dependent if death or disability is caused by driving under the influence or murder of a first responder -- Amount -- Clerk as trustee -- Incarcerated defendant -- Payments to continue until arrearage is paid -- Effect of civil action

What this law says, in plain English

Courts may order defendants convicted of DUI or first responder murder to pay restitution as financial support for victims' minor children or disabled dependents until age 18 (or 19 if enrolled in high school).

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