MO HB1667

Repeals and replaces section 488.426, RSMo regarding civil court filing surcharges.

Allows circuit court judges to require parties filing civil cases to deposit a surcharge in addition to all other required court fees.

Permits most circuits to set surcharges up to $15, while Jackson County and circuits that reimburse the state for family court commissioner salaries may set surcharges up to $20.

Exempts proceedings where costs are waived or paid by the county, state, or city from surcharge requirements.

Authorizes first-class counties with between 93,800 and 93,900 inhabitants to impose an additional $10 fee, excluding adoption cases and small claims court, expiring December 31, 2014.