SB700

Allowing city attorneys and municipal court clerks to file judgement liens

Introduced·2/2/26
Intr Text

Allows city attorneys and municipal court clerks to file judgment liens for unpaid fines and penalties.

This bill allows city attorneys and municipal court clerks to file judgment liens for unpaid fines and penalties. It establishes procedures for payment plans, late fees, and the recording of judgment liens. The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals will develop uniform payment plan forms and financial affidavits. If a person fails to pay within 90 days, a late fee may be assessed, and a judgment lien can be recorded. The bill also outlines procedures for reinstating driver's licenses for those who have paid or established a payment plan.

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History

Feb 2

Senate

Filed for introduction

Feb 2

Senate

To Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

Introduced in Senate