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MI HB6523
Bill
Status
9/29/2010
Primary Sponsor
Rashida Tlaib
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AI Summary
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Amends Michigan Revised Judicature Act of 1961 to modify court of appeals fee structure and collection procedures.
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Sets fees for appeals and motions: $375 for appeals as of right or applications for leave to appeal; $100 for motions (reduced to $75 beginning October 1, 2012); $200 for motions for immediate consideration or expedited appeals (reduced to $150 beginning October 1, 2012).
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Exempts prosecuting attorneys from paying fees for motions related to criminal proceedings.
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Requires the court of appeals clerk to deposit all collected fees monthly with the state treasurer, who must deposit them into the court equity fund.
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Allows courts to waive fees for persons unable to pay upon motion accompanied by an affidavit demonstrating financial hardship.
Legislative Description
Courts; court of appeals; revenue from certain fees; require to be deposited in court equity fund. Amends sec. 321 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.321).
Courts, funding
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 09/30/2010
10/6/2010