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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 69 Engrossed 2015 Regular Session James
Abstract: Authorizes the Baton Rouge City Clerk of Court to collect a fee not to exceed ten dollars
in civil and criminal matters to be used for the acquisition and maintenance of new and
existing electronic case management systems.
Proposed law authorizes the clerk of the Baton Rouge City Court to collect an additional fee not to
exceed $10 in all civil filings, subject to the provisions of present law (C.C.P. Art. 5181), which
provides an exception for those individuals who are unable to pay court costs due to poverty or lack
of means.
Proposed law authorizes Baton Rouge City Court judges to assess an additional fee not to exceed
$10 against every defendant in criminal cases, including traffic offenses, who is convicted after trial
or who pleads guilty or forfeits bond.
Proposed law requires the clerk to deposit all funds collected into a separate account (court
technology fund) to be expended solely by the clerk for the acquisition and maintenance of new and
existing electronic case management systems, including costs associated with professional services,
licensing, support, and equipment for such systems, and for technology enhancements of court
operations.
Proposed law requires the adoption of a resolution or ordinance by the local governing authority
prior to the creation of the account and the collection of fees.
(Adds R.S. 13:2002.2)