New York A06782 mandates the establishment of an online payment system for bail and related fees.

A06782 amends the judiciary law to require the chief administrator of the courts to create a system for online payment of bail, fines, mandatory surcharges, court fees, and other monies payable to a court. The system must be established using a credit card or similar device. The chief administrator may also require a reasonable administrative fee for these payments. The state comptroller will assist in developing the system to ensure funds are returned to the appropriate jurisdictions.

New York A06782 mandates the establishment of an online payment system for bail and related fees.

A06782 amends the judiciary law to require the chief administrator of the courts to create a system for online payment of bail, fines, mandatory surcharges, court fees, and other monies payable to a court. The system must be established using a credit card or similar device. The chief administrator may also require a reasonable administrative fee for these payments. The state comptroller will assist in developing the system to ensure funds are returned to the appropriate jurisdictions.