An act relating to taking account of a defendant’s ability to pay for purposes of criminal fines, fees, and surcharges

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This bill would prevent courts from adding interest to unpaid criminal fines or fees while a person is in jail and for 90 days after their release. It would also allow judges to reduce or waive surcharges if a person proves they cannot afford to pay them. These changes aim to ensure that fines and fees do not prevent people from complying with the law.

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