Bill
HB 2386
Overview: HB 2386 - Adds an associate circuit judge in the twentieth judicial circuitPurpose and Intent: This bill seeks to address caseload pressures in the 20th judicial circuit
Overview: HB 2386 - Adds an associate circuit judge in the twentieth judicial circuit
Purpose and Intent: This bill seeks to address caseload pressures in the 20th judicial circuit by authorizing the addition of a new associate circuit judge position. The goal is to improve the efficiency and timeliness of court proceedings in the affected counties.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a new associate circuit judge position in the 20th judicial circuit
- Specifies that the new judge will be appointed by the governor and subject to confirmation by the state senate
- Appropriates funding for the new judgeship, including salary, benefits, and operational costs
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Residents and litigants in the counties comprising the 20th judicial circuit (Franklin, Gasconade, Osage, and Warren counties) will benefit from reduced case backlogs and faster resolution of legal matters
- The state judiciary will gain additional capacity to handle caseloads in the affected region
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been prefiled in the current legislative session. If passed, the new judgeship would be created and funded starting in the next fiscal year.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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