Sen. Schatz Introduces New Legislation to Eliminate Excessive Court Fines and Fees That Target Low Income Communities
March 05, 2020
March 05, 2020
WASHINGTON, March 5 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) introduced the State Justice Improvement Act, legislation that will make lasting changes to America's criminal justice system. Across the country, courts often impose fines, fees, and monetary bail without considering an individual's ability to pay - disproportionately impacting low income communities and communities of color. This legislation will provide sta . . .
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) introduced the State Justice Improvement Act, legislation that will make lasting changes to America's criminal justice system. Across the country, courts often impose fines, fees, and monetary bail without considering an individual's ability to pay - disproportionately impacting low income communities and communities of color. This legislation will provide sta . . .