If this bill were to become law, it would amend the current statute regarding penalty assessments related to fines, penalties, and forfeitures. Specifically, the bill would increase the penalty assessment from two dollars to $4 for every fine, penalty, and forfeiture imposed and collected by the courts for various offenses, including criminal offenses and civil traffic violations. This change aims to enhance funding for the Victims' Rights Enforcement Fund, which supports organizations providing legal representation and social services to crime victims. The bill would not alter any other existing provisions of the law, as the rest of the language in the statute remains unchanged. The increase in the penalty assessment would take effect on the general effective date of the legislation, thereby ensuring that the additional funds can be utilized promptly to support victims' rights initiatives.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-116.09
Senate Engrossed Version: 12-116.09
Chaptered Version: 12-116.09