This bill amends 28 O.S. 2021, Section 152, which pertains to court filing fees in Oklahoma. The key changes include an increase in the flat fee for filing a forcible entry and detainer suit to $100. Additionally, the bill introduces a new category for "Forcible entry and detainer" under the court fees, while also adjusting the existing fee structure for other civil actions. The bill specifies that the fee for all other civil actions, including those for forcible entry and detainer, will be set at $85.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for additional fees that will be assessed and credited to various funds, such as the Law Library Fund and the Oklahoma Court Information System Revolving Fund. It also outlines the process for litigants who claim poverty to seek a waiver of fees and costs, ensuring that those unable to pay can still access the court system. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-152