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COURT COSTS AND FEES CHART 2025

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The document is a Court Costs and Fees Chart effective September 1, 2009, detailing various fees associated with criminal court cases in North Carolina. It outlines the costs for district and superior courts, including general court fees, facilities fees, phone systems fees, and new fees enacted during the 2009 legislative session. The chart specifies amounts for different types of criminal fees, such as appointment of counsel for indigent defendants, community service fees, and expunction fees. Additionally, it notes changes to existing fees and introduces new charges applicable to specific offenses.

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Why do people pay court fees?

Court costs are part of administrative overhead of filing a court claim. Clerk salaries, administration, judges, etc. all are paid *partially* with tax dollars but cant be fully funded. So the person who is generally at fault in a claim pays court costs to help defray the burden on the taxpayer.

Do you pay to go to court?

A filing fee is the amount of money you must pay to the court to begin your court case. The amount of money you have to pay depends on the court and the type of case. You may have to pay other filing fees at certain times during your case.

What are court costs usually?

Court costs usually include: filing fees, charges for serving summons and subpenas, court reporter charges for depositions (which can be very expensive), court transcripts and copying papers and exhibits. The prevailing party in a lawsuit is usually awarded court costs.

What is a bill of costs in court?

Cost bill, also referred to as bill of costs, is an itemized list of court costs incurred by the prevailing party in a lawsuit . The prevailing party submits this list to the court and the losing party after a judgment has been issued in the case.

Who pays court costs plaintiff or defendant?

Litigation expenses are often borne by the individuals involved. Unless a statute or contract specifies otherwise, each party pays their attorneys fees. The prevailing party may sometimes seek to recover legal fees as part of the judgment.

What is included in court costs?

Costs are the fees incurred for the use of a court and are seen in civil and criminal courts of all levels. Court costs usually include the initial filing fee , fees for serving the summons , complaint , and subpoenas , and fees to pay for the transcription by a court reporter of depositions or in-court testimony .

How much are court fees in CA?

Statewide Fees Superior CourtUnlimitedLimited up to $10,000 Civil Complaint Answer/Response 1st Appearance $435.00 $225.00 Complaint Unlawful Detainer $435.00 $240.00 Answer Unlawful Detainer $435.00 $225.00 Complex case per party $1000.00 15 more rows

What happens if you dont pay court fees in California?

If you violate your written promise to go to court, do not pay your fine on time, or do not obey an order of the court, an extra fee may be added and your case may be referred for collection. Avoid additional fees and legal action, which may include a warrant for your arrest, by taking care of your case on time.

COURT COSTS AND FEES CHART 2025

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