This bill amends existing Oklahoma statutes regarding fees and costs associated with criminal and juvenile proceedings. Specifically, it increases the sheriff's service fee from $50.00 to $150.00 for serving or attempting to serve various legal documents, both within and outside the county. Additionally, it introduces a new fee structure for juvenile cases, where the sheriff's service fee is also set at $150.00, replacing the previous fee of $20.00. The bill also outlines various flat charges for different types of offenses, including traffic violations and misdemeanors, and specifies additional fees that will be assessed for court-related services, such as the use of court reporters and jury requests.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that prior to conviction or adjudication, parties in both criminal and juvenile cases will not be required to pay or post security for the issuance or service of process to compel witness attendance. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to update and standardize the fee structure for legal proceedings in Oklahoma, ensuring that the costs reflect current needs and practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-153