House Bill No. 1129, introduced by Pogemiller, amends Section 152 of Title 28 of the Oklahoma Statutes regarding court filing fees. The bill specifically increases the flat fee for filing a forcible entry and detainer suit to $100. Additionally, it removes the previous designation of "actions for forcible entry and detainer" from the general category of other civil actions, which will now be classified under a separate fee structure. The bill also includes various provisions for additional fees that support different funds, such as the Law Library Fund and the Oklahoma Court Information System Revolving Fund.

The bill outlines that, in addition to the standard fees, there are several other assessments that will be credited to specific funds, including a $10 fee for courthouse security and a $10 fee for the Court Clerk's Records Management and Preservation Fund, which will be in effect until November 1, 2027. Furthermore, it provides a mechanism for individuals who cannot afford the fees to file in forma pauperis, allowing them to litigate without payment until a court determines their eligibility. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-152
Sub Committee OR Policy Committee Recommendations (House) Policy Committee Recommendation: 28-152