HB 2127
Fees; court financial obligations in criminal cases; judgment; stay; prohibiting imprisonment for failure to pay; court cost compliance program; effective date.
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Bill overview
This bill modifies Oklahoma law regarding court financial obligations in criminal cases. It prohibits imprisonment for failure to pay fines, fees, and court costs, and establishes a court cost compliance program to assist with collections. The bill also clarifies procedures for judgment enforcement, including a stay of judgment under certain circumstances and prohibits unenforceability of judgments. It amends the process for accepting payments and outlines how court cost compliance liaisons operate.
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