Bill: SB 2068, 84(R) - 2015
Committee
Senate Intergovernmental Relations
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Kevin Eltife
Bill Caption
Relating to the Harrison County Court at Law.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
SB 2068 would provide the Harrison County court at law concurrent jurisdiction with the district court, on assignment of a
district judge presiding in Harrison County in felony cases, other than capital murder, and civil cases. The criminal district attorney assigned to a case would be
entitled to the same fees prescribed by law for prosecutions in a district court.
Vote Recommendation Notes
SB 2068 would allow the Harrison County district court to delegate more cases to the county court to help increase efficiency. Promoting an efficient judicial system is an inherent aspect of limited government and a benefit to defendants who are guaranteed the right to a speedy trial. We support this legislation.
