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The Court Fees Bill
Ohio bill lets state take tax refunds for court fees
Allow income tax refund garnishment for certain court costs, fees
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, Ohio could seize part of your tax refund to pay overdue court costs and fees.
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People may see their tax refund shrink, leaving less cash for family needs. The state would get a new tool to collect unpaid court fees, so the public should weigh in while the bill is still being discussed.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Bill would allow garnishment of income tax refunds.
- Applies to certain delinquent court costs and fees.
- Amends Ohio Revised Code sections 5747.12 and adds 5747.124.
- Sponsored by Rep. Josh Williams (R).
- Referred to the Judiciary Committee.
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