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MA H1631

MA H1631
Relative to bail fees


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to increases in the maximum fee charged by any person authorized to take bail. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to increase the maximum fee that can be charged by individuals authorized to take bail, which is a financial guarantee that a defendant will appear in court. Specifically, it amends Section 24 of Chapter 262 of the General Laws by changing the maximum bail fee from $40 to $60. This change is within the purview of the Judiciary, the branch of government responsible for the court system.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4624 (on 09/22/2016)

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