Sen. Kaine Cosponsors Legislation to Eliminate Excessive Court Fines and Fees That Target Low Income Communities
October 23, 2021
October 23, 2021
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine joined U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) in introducing the State Justice Improvement Act, legislation that will make lasting changes to America's criminal justice system. Across the country, courts often impose fines and fees without considering an individual's ability to pay--disproportionately impacting low income communities and communities of color. This legisla . . .
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine joined U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) in introducing the State Justice Improvement Act, legislation that will make lasting changes to America's criminal justice system. Across the country, courts often impose fines and fees without considering an individual's ability to pay--disproportionately impacting low income communities and communities of color. This legisla . . .