Delaware HB132 eliminates certain fees and establishes new penalty assessments for criminal defendants and civil offenses.

Delaware HB132 amends Titles 10, 11, and 21 of the Delaware Code to eliminate specific fees and establish new penalty assessments. The bill imposes a $1 penalty for criminal defendants and a $10 penalty for civil offenses, with these penalties having priority over other assessments. It also creates a Videophone Fund for videophone systems in the criminal justice system and a Victims’ Rights Fund for victim notification initiatives. The bill repeals certain fees and assessments, including those related to court security and electronic speed monitoring systems.

Delaware HB132 eliminates certain fees and establishes new penalty assessments for criminal defendants and civil offenses.

Delaware HB132 amends Titles 10, 11, and 21 of the Delaware Code to eliminate specific fees and establish new penalty assessments. The bill imposes a $1 penalty for criminal defendants and a $10 penalty for civil offenses, with these penalties having priority over other assessments. It also creates a Videophone Fund for videophone systems in the criminal justice system and a Victims’ Rights Fund for victim notification initiatives. The bill repeals certain fees and assessments, including those related to court security and electronic speed monitoring systems.