Posts Tagged ‘House Bill 133’
Governor Meyer Signs Criminal Justice Reform Package
Governor Matt Meyer has signed three criminal justice reform bills aimed at reducing the financial burden of the justice system, protecting digital privacy and strengthening reentry support. House Bill 133 gives Delaware courts discretion to waive certain fines and fees for people experiencing financial hardship, including those receiving public assistance or represented by the Office…
Read MoreLegislation to Reform Court Fines and Fees for Low Income Defendants Passes Delaware House
The Delaware House has passed a bill that would give judges more flexibility to waive fines and fees for defendants who cannot afford to pay. House Bill 133, Sponsored by State Representative Claire Snyder-Hall and Senator Darius Brown, creates a presumption that such costs won’t be imposed in cases of financial hardship. Judges would retain…
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