Civil procedure: costs and fees; filing fees for attorney general in enforcing the telephone solicitation act; prohibit. Amends sec. 2529 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2529). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0351'25
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Overview
This bill modifies court filing fees in Michigan. Specifically, it prohibits the Attorney General from filing fees to enforce the Telephone Solicitation Act. It adjusts fees for various court actions, including civil lawsuits, appeals, and motions, with some exceptions for specific types of cases like those involving child custody or support. The bill also outlines procedures for waiving fees for those who cannot afford them.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the Attorney General from filing fees to enforce the Telephone Solicitation Act.
- Maintains existing filing fees for civil actions, appeals, and motions, with some adjustments.
- Specifies fee amounts for actions related to minor children (custody, support, parenting time).
- Establishes fee waivers for individuals demonstrating indigency.
- Defines how fees collected for certain actions are to be deposited into state funds.
- Excludes certain types of actions (e.g., child protective, delinquency) from fee requirements.
- Requires court orders to waive or suspend fees when appropriate.
- Clarifies fee payment procedures for garnishment, attachment, and execution subpoenas.
Who is affected
- Individuals filing lawsuits in Michigan courts
- Attorneys representing parties in court
- The Attorney General's office
- County treasurers
- The State of Michigan
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