Bill > HB1114

This bill creates the Mississippi Center for Legal Services Corporation Fund, a special fund in the State Treasury designed to support legal service centers across Mississippi. The bill increases the filing fee for petitions to expunge an offense from $150 to $152, with the additional $2 specifically designated to be deposited into the new legal services fund. The Mississippi Center for Legal Services Corporation will administer the fund, which can receive money from public and private sources, and any unspent money or interest earned will remain in the fund and not revert to the State General Fund. The fund will provide financial support to various legal service centers throughout the state, helping to improve access to legal assistance. The bill specifies that the new fee structure and fund will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the change. By creating this dedicated funding mechanism, the bill aims to strengthen legal support services for Mississippi residents who may need assistance navigating the legal system.

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