HB 247 - Court Cost Modification and Waiver (2011-2012)

  • Status: Failed
  • Bill Number: HB 247
  • Latest Update: January 4, 2013
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Summary

This bill authorizes the modification, suspension, and waiver of uncollectible court costs and clarifies the law on various other court-related matters.

Jurisdiction/Legislation Level

State

LCS Legislation Status

http://lsc.state.oh.us/coderev/hou129.nsf/House+Bill+Number/0247?OpenDocument

Our Take on This Bill

For low-income people, the fees and fines that are ordered by a judge in criminal cases are sometimes beyond their means to pay. HB 247 grants new flexibility to judges to modify or waive these costs, preventing further sanctions due to nonpayment.

Committees

Judiciary and Ethics (H)

Authors:
Rep. Butler (R)

Publications

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