Civil procedure: costs and fees; filing fees for attorney general in enforcing the telephone solicitation act; prohibit. Amends sec. 2529 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2529). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0351'25
Impact
The legislation is expected to standardize the collection and allocation of court fees across the state, ensuring that the judicial system has adequate funding for its operations. By clearly delineating the fees for different types of filings, SB 352 aims to reduce confusion regarding cost obligations for litigants. It may also improve budget planning for local courts, which rely on these fees to fund necessary services.
Summary
Senate Bill 352 aims to amend the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 by updating the fee structure for various court filings. Under the proposed changes, a party initiating a civil action would be required to pay a fee of $150. Additionally, specific fees are outlined for actions related to child custody, support, parenting time, and jury trials. The fees collected would be allocated to both county and state treasuries, thereby enhancing the funds available for court operations and juror compensation.
Contention
Notably, there are concerns surrounding the affordability of legal action for lower-income individuals, particularly with the proposed fees for custody and support modifications. Critics may argue that introducing higher fees could deter vulnerable parties from pursuing their legal rights. Additionally, the bill ties into the broader discussions about the role of the Attorney General in enforcing the Telephone Solicitation Act, which could provoke debates on regulatory powers and business practices affected by this bill.
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Consumer protection: marketing and advertising; telephone solicitation act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0352'25, SB 0353'25, SB 0354'25, SB 0355'25
Civil procedure: costs and fees; filing fees for attorney general in enforcing the telephone solicitation act; prohibit. Amends sec. 2529 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2529). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1037'24
Civil procedure: service of process; service of process for extreme risk protection order actions; provide for, and waive court fees. Amends secs. 1908, 2529 & 2559 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1908 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0083'23
Civil procedure: service of process; service of process for extreme risk protection order actions; provide for, and waive court fees. Amends secs. 1908, 2529 & 2559 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1908 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0083'23
Vehicles: wreckers; guidelines for towing rates and practices; provide for. Amends secs. 252a, 252d, 252e, 252f, 252g, 252k, 252l, 676c, 676d & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252a et seq.); adds secs. 68a, 252n & 252o & ch. IIA & repeals sec. 676c of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.676c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6063'24
Civil procedure: costs and fees; recovery of costs and fees in an action involving this state; remove certain restrictions. Amends secs. 2421b, 2421c, 2421d & 2421e of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2421b et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6072'24
Civil procedure: evictions; rent abatement remedies and award of attorney fees; modify. Amends secs. 5720, 5741 & 5759 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5720 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5761'24
Prohibits the State Bond Commission from approving bonds, notes, or other indebtedness of political subdivisions against whom there is an unpaid judgment issued by a court of competent jurisdiction for amounts owed for services performed under contract (OR INCREASE SG EX See Note)
Prohibits the State Bond Commission from approving bonds, notes, or other indebtedness of certain political subdivisions against whom there is an unpaid final, nonappealable judgment issued by a court of competent jurisdiction for amounts owed for services performed under contract. (8/1/12) (RE INCREASE SG EX See Note)