HB5277

FILING FEES-CLERK-GAC FUND

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5277 amends the Clerks of Courts Act to adjust fees for various court services and establish new fee structures.

HB5277 modifies the Clerks of Courts Act by setting new fees for services such as filing complaints, appearances, and record searches. It also mandates that $5 from each filing and appearance fee be deposited into the Guardianship and Advocacy Fund. The bill exempts certain entities, like police departments and law enforcement agencies, from paying fees. Additionally, it outlines specific fees for services like certified copies, exemplifications, and expungement petitions.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

2:00 PM

House Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing

Mar 25

8:00 AM

House Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Feb 24

House

Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee

Feb 10

House

First Reading