- Stage
- Became law
- Started in
- Assembly
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Jul 16, 2026
What it does
Existing law provides that a civil action is commenced by filing a complaint by the court. Existing law provides that if a court clerk accepts for filing a complaint or other first paper, or any subsequent filing, and payment is made in an amount less than the required fee or by check that is later returned without payment, the clerk must notify the party who tendered the check that (1) the check was made out for an amount less than the required filing fee or has been returned without payment, whichever is applicable, (2) an administrative charge has been imposed to reimburse the court for the costs of processing the partial payment or returned check and for providing the specified notice,…
Where it stands
This bill passed and is now law.
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Where it goes next
Once a bill is decided, the questions are about what is done with it in California.