Eliminates fines and fees for cases in juvenile court
HB 3265 eliminates court-imposed fines and fees for minors involved in juvenile court cases. It specifically repeals provisions allowing courts to assess up to $10 toward the clerk of court for juveniles, removing this financial burden. The bill directly affects children and families navigating juvenile court proceedings, particularly in cases involving delinquency or dependency. Key mechanisms include removing fee assessments from court orders and updating procedures to prioritize child welfare services over financial penalties. This change aims to prevent economic barriers from impacting juvenile justice outcomes.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 10, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Michael Johnson
DDemocratic
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