S 3327
Requires notice to be provided by municipal court to applicant for public defender of fee and process to waive fee for inability to pay.
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Bill overview
This bill requires municipal courts in New Jersey to inform applicants for public defender services about the application fee and how to request a waiver if they cannot afford to pay it. It ensures that applicants are aware of the fee and have a clear process for seeking a waiver based on financial hardship. The bill also prohibits the assessment of any fees beyond those specifically outlined in existing law. The law will take effect 60 days after it is enacted.
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