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FL S1166

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/6/2011

Primary Sponsor

David Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes clerks of court to review property and motor vehicle records to determine indigent status for public defender applicants, changing the requirement to optional.

  • Requires all circuit court clerks to participate in the Comprehensive Case Information System and submit case data designated by the Florida Supreme Court.

  • Establishes that filing fees and reopen fees are due when pleadings are filed; requires clerks to pursue collection of unpaid fees and authorizes fees for electronic certified copies of summons.

  • Implements automated electronic jury selection systems requiring clerk approval of juror candidate selection plans by the Chief Justice, with technical standards established by the Chief Justice.

  • Establishes criminal or civil judgments for court-imposed financial obligations as civil liens against property when recorded; allows state agencies to access conviction information from the Comprehensive Case Information System for professional license discipline.

Legislative Description

Clerks of Court

Last Action

Laid on Table, refer to CS/HB 7095 -SJ 1003

3/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Budget3/1/2012
Criminal And Civil Justice Appropriations Subcommittee2/22/2012
Budget2/21/2012
Regulated Industries1/10/2012

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