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OK HB2383
Bill
Status
2/1/2016
Primary Sponsor
Regina Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Defendants found guilty in Oklahoma courts shall not be imprisoned for nonpayment of fines, costs, fees, or assessments when the court determines they are financially unable to pay
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Courts may order fines and costs to be paid in installments after determining the defendant is able to pay, setting specific amounts and dates for each payment
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Removes existing provisions allowing courts to notify the Department of Public Safety to suspend driving privileges for nonpayment of traffic violation fines within 120 days
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Courts may order defendants to submit proof of job application submissions and may require community service in lieu of payment
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Effective date: November 1, 2016
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure; prohibiting the imprisonment of defendants for nonpayment of fines, costs, fees and assessments; effective date.
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Judiciary Subcommittee
2/2/2016