Provides for the establishment of a forty-five dollar fee for all motions made in pending proceedings and for ex parte applications in the surrogate's court.
Summary
Bill A00177 proposes to amend the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act by establishing a fee of forty-five dollars for all motions made in pending proceedings and for ex parte applications in the surrogate's court. This amendment aims to standardize the fee structure for motions within the court system, which may help streamline court operations and ensure that the costs associated with legal proceedings are more predictable for users of the surrogate's court.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will modify the existing fee structure for motions in the surrogate's court, potentially increasing the financial burden on individuals seeking to file motions or applications. The introduction of a standardized fee may also lead to increased revenue for the court system, which could be used to improve court services or infrastructure. This change will affect all parties involved in surrogate court proceedings, including individuals, attorneys, and the court itself.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A00177 appears to be neutral, as there have been no recorded votes or significant discussions in committee transcripts available at this time. The lack of opposition or support may indicate that the bill is viewed as a straightforward administrative adjustment rather than a controversial measure.
Contention
Currently, there are no notable points of contention regarding Bill A00177, as there have been no recorded discussions or debates that highlight differing opinions on the proposed fee. However, potential concerns could arise from individuals or groups who may argue that additional fees could deter access to the court system for those with limited financial resources.
Same As
Provides for the establishment of a forty-five dollar fee for all motions made in pending proceedings and for ex parte applications in the surrogate's court.
Provides for the establishment of a forty-five dollar fee for all motions made in pending proceedings and for ex parte applications in the surrogate's court.
Provides for the establishment of a forty-five dollar fee for all motions made in pending proceedings and for ex parte applications in the surrogate's court.
Provides that a surrogate court clerk or chief clerk shall refuse to accept for filing papers filed in a proceeding only under certain circumstances or as designated in statute, administrative rule or order of the court; provides such reasons; requires the payment of any applicable statutory fees, or an order of the court waiving payment of such fees, before accepting a paper for filing; makes related provisions.
Provides that a surrogate court clerk or chief clerk shall refuse to accept for filing papers filed in a proceeding only under certain circumstances or as designated in statute, administrative rule or order of the court; provides such reasons; requires the payment of any applicable statutory fees, or an order of the court waiving payment of such fees, before accepting a paper for filing; makes related provisions.
Increases the time certain parties have to submit a notice of intent to be a party to the certification proceedings for the siting of major utility transmission facilities from thirty days to forty-five days.
Increases the time certain parties have to submit a notice of intent to be a party to the certification proceedings for the siting of major utility transmission facilities from thirty days to forty-five days.
Increases the amount of the credit against taxes for long-term care insurance from twenty to forty percent and from one thousand five hundred dollars to two thousand five hundred dollars.
Provides representation to veterans that are at or below four hundred percent of the federal poverty guidelines for matters involving children, sustenance and real property proceedings.