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This bill modifies the filing fees for Mississippi justice courts in a phased approach over three years, gradually increasing various court-related charges. Specifically, the uniform total fee for civil cases will incrementally rise from $25.00 to $45.00 in 2025, then to $55.00 in 2026, and finally to $65.00 in 2027. Similarly, clerk's fees for criminal cases will increase, with fees for Title 63 violations (except driving under the influence and reckless driving) rising from $5.00 to $10.00 in 2025, then to $12.50 in 2026, and $15.00 in 2027. The bill maintains the existing $50.00 maximum fee for expungements or dismissals and preserves provisions regarding justice court judges' marriage ceremony fees. These changes aim to adjust court administrative costs over time, with the modifications set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and implemented in staged increases over subsequent years to minimize immediate financial burden on court users.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0162.xml