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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act to amend Sections 411.20, 411.20.5, and 411.21 of, and to add Section 411.11 to, the Code of Civil Procedure, and to amend Section 6159 of the Government Code, relating to civil actions.
AI Summary
This bill expands the types of payments that can be subject to administrative charges and potential voiding of filings if the payment is returned or insufficient, to include credit cards, electronic funds transfers (defined as transfers initiated electronically, not by check), and any other method approved by the court, in addition to checks. It also clarifies that these provisions apply to self-represented parties when using electronic filing service providers, who act as agents for the court in collecting fees. The bill also makes technical amendments to definitions and procedures related to payment processing and refunds.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
From printer. May be heard in committee March 16. (on 02/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1951 |
| BillText | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1951#99INT |
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