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HB 1448

Circuit clerk fees; increase for attendance upon court.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andy Boyd and 4 co-sponsors

Increases circuit clerk attendance fees in Mississippi courts, raising costs for parties requiring official clerk presence at proceedings.

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Bill Summary · HB 1448

Legislative bill overview

HB 1448 proposes to increase the fees that circuit clerks in Mississippi can charge for attendance upon court proceedings. The bill would allow clerks to collect higher fees when they are required to be present for specific court functions, likely affecting parties who request clerk attendance for document certification, oath administration, or other official duties.

Why is this important

Circuit clerk fees directly impact court users—including individuals, small businesses, and legal representatives—who must pay these charges to access court services. Fee increases affect the cost of justice and may impact access for lower-income Mississippians, while also generating revenue for county court operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Access to justice concerns: Higher fees could create barriers for low-income individuals and small businesses trying to use court services, potentially affecting equal access to the judicial system
  • Revenue versus necessity: Questions about whether fee increases are justified by actual costs versus using them as a revenue-generation tool for counties
  • Consistency across counties: Unclear if the bill establishes uniform fees statewide or allows local variation, which could create disparities in what citizens pay across different Mississippi counties

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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