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Senate passes bill to double small‑claims filing fees; opponents warn of access barriers
Summary
The Utah Senate approved SB176 to raise small‑claims filing fees (e.g., $45→$90 under typical thresholds) after debate over access for pro se litigants. Supporters framed it as a modest user fee to shore up justice‑system resources; opponents said it risks denying low‑income litigants a quick forum.
The Utah Senate voted to advance Senate Bill 176, a measure to raise filing fees in small‑claims court, after floor debate over whether the increase would impede access to justice.
Senator Greiner, sponsor of the bill, said testimony in committee showed court funding pressures and that ‘‘you have a bill to increase the…
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