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Lawmakers hear bill to eliminate many criminal justice fees, sponsor cites hardship and recidivism
Summary
Representative Bernie Satrim presented House Bill 1310 to remove a broad set of court-related fees and reimbursements, arguing fees cause hardship, increase recidivism and shift burdens to families; stakeholders urged study of fiscal impacts and local revenue consequences.
Representative Bernie Satrim, sponsor of House Bill 1310, told the House Judiciary Committee that the bill would “eliminate a wide variety of fines and fees associated with criminal justice.”
The bill would remove or change many statutorily imposed fees and the court’s ability to order repayments in numerous statutory sections cited during testimony. Satrim said research finds the financial burdens from fines and fees contribute to food and housing insecurity for families and increase the risk of reoffending, and he described fees as a barrier to reentry.
“Financial pressure and lack of access to transportation and shelter can also increase recidivism and lead to further…
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