This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding fees and mileage calculations for writs issued on behalf of justices of the peace and constables. Specifically, it increases the cap on the fee for a writ from $5 to $10, as established by the county board of supervisors. Additionally, it modifies the calculation of a constable's mileage to be based on the office of the justice of the peace in the precinct where the constable serves, rather than from the office originating the civil action.

The bill also includes technical changes and stipulates that it requires an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the members of each house of the legislature for enactment. It will become effective immediately upon the signature of the governor or, if vetoed, upon a subsequent affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the members of each house.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-445
Senate Engrossed Version: 11-445
Chaptered Version: 11-445