An Act relative to service of civil process fees
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the fees charged for serving civil process papers in Massachusetts. Currently, there is no statutory limit on these fees, leading to potential issues with affordability and access to legal proceedings. The bill seeks to establish a reasonable and capped amount for these service fees, ensuring fairness and preventing excessive charges.
Key provisions
- Establishes a maximum fee for serving civil process papers.
- Sets a cap on the amount service providers can charge.
- Aims to ensure affordable access to legal processes.
- Addresses concerns regarding potentially excessive fees for service of process.
- The bill will be accompanied by a study order.
Who is affected
- Individuals involved in civil legal proceedings.
- Civil process servers.
- Legal aid organizations.
- Courts in Massachusetts.
Notable changes
- Introduces a cap on service of civil process fees.
- Addresses the lack of a statutory limit on current fees.
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