House Bill No. by Representative Wilford Carter amends R.S. 13:2079.1 to enhance the compensation structure for deputy marshals in the city court of Lake Charles. The bill allows the Ward Three marshal to deposit a portion of his salary, derived from civil fees and costs, into a special account controlled by the marshal. This account can be used to supplement the salaries of deputy marshals, which are already compensated by the local governing authority, and now includes funding from community policing as an additional source of compensation.

The legislation ensures that each deputy marshal is responsible for any additional payroll taxes resulting from the supplemental salary. Importantly, the bill stipulates that the salary of any deputy marshal cannot exceed that of the Ward Three marshal, maintaining a clear hierarchy in compensation within the office. Overall, this bill aims to provide more financial resources for deputy marshals while ensuring proper oversight and accountability in salary distribution.

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HB134 Original: