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HB 136 Reengrossed 2016 Regular Session Mack
Abstract: Extends the collection of the special cost assessed in criminal cases for the district
indigent defender fund, until Aug. 1, 2017.
Present law provides for the assessment of a $45 special cost in each district court in all criminal
cases where the defendant has been convicted, has plead guilty or nolo contendere, or has forfeited
bond. Provides for the use and administration of such funds by the district public defender.
Present law provides that the $45 special cost shall expire on Aug. 1, 2016. Thereafter, the cost shall
be $35 as provided for in present law.
Proposed law extends the expiration date of this special cost to Aug. 1, 2017.
(Amends R.S. 15:168(B)(1))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill:
1. Changes termination date for $45 fee from 2020 to 2017.