House Bill No. 545, introduced by Representative Fisher, aims to enhance the funding mechanisms for the Fourth Judicial District Court by allowing the district attorney to contribute funds from pretrial intervention or diversion programs directly to the court's criminal court fund. The bill enacts a new provision, R.S. 15:571.11(P), which specifically authorizes these contributions, thereby providing a new source of financial support for judicial expenses in the district.

This legislative change is intended to improve the availability of funds for the Fourth Judicial District Court, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to support the court's operations. By enabling the district attorney to utilize funds from pretrial programs, the bill seeks to bolster the financial stability of the court system while promoting the use of diversion programs as a means of addressing criminal behavior.