SB 1126 | MDJ Indigent Defense Training

  • Status: Passed Senate
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: SB 1126
  • Session: 2017 - 2018
  • Latest Update: April 22, 2018
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Summary

Session: 2017-2018
ACLU-PA Position: Supports

Senate Bill 1126 would require training for the minor judiciary to better identify indigent individuals unable to pay court costs, fines, and fees. Offering this training to magisterial district judges has the benefit of: highlighting the importance of this issue and severity of the problem in Pennsylvania; clarifying the options available regarding payments and alternative sentences; and establishing uniform instruction for magisterial district judges.

Sponsors:
Senator Guy Reschenthaler

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