Assembly Bill 443 proposes an amendment to Wisconsin's statutes regarding court costs in municipal court actions. Currently, municipal judges are required to collect a fee ranging from $15 to $38 for each separate matter. The bill seeks to increase the maximum allowable fee from $38 to $48, while maintaining the minimum fee at $15. This fee applies in various circumstances, including default of appearance, guilty or no contest pleas, issuance of warrants or summons, and contested matters.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that from each fee collected, the municipal treasurer must continue to pay $5 monthly to the secretary of administration for deposit into the general fund, with the remaining balance retained for municipal use. This change aims to provide municipalities with increased revenue from court costs, potentially aiding in local funding needs.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 814.65(1), 814.65