An Act relative to the deposit of civil process fees
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the collection and deposit of fees associated with the service of civil process, such as summons and complaints. Currently, there isn't a standardized system for handling these fees, leading to potential issues with tracking and disbursement. The bill aims to establish a clear process for collecting, depositing, and accounting for these fees, ensuring they are properly managed and available for court use. It seeks to standardize the handling of these fees across the state’s court system.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for collecting fees associated with the service of civil process.
- Requires the deposit of these fees into a designated state fund.
- Specifies how the funds should be accounted for and utilized by the courts.
- Addresses the current lack of a standardized system for managing these fees.
- Creates a mechanism for tracking and reporting on the fees collected and deposited.
Who is affected
- Courts
- Civil process servers
- Individuals involved in civil lawsuits
- The State Treasury
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- Addresses the current lack of a centralized system for managing civil process fees.
- Potentially clarifies the disposition of funds collected from these fees.
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