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Chief Administrative Office recommending the Board approve the authorization of Discharge of Responsibility for the collection of infraction, misdemeanor and felony debts listed on the Discharge of Accountability Report submitted by the Superior Court.
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DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION
The Collection Committee, comprised of the Court, Revenue Recovery and Probation recommend the discharge and dismissal of the debts included on the attached Discharge of Accountability Report. The discharge listing includes cases in which the cost for collections is greater than the debt, the defendant can’t be located, the court case file can’t be located or defendant is deceased. Board of Supervisor approval is requested.
DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
The Courts and Revenue Recovery have developed procedures for discharging debts based on guidelines provided by the Judicial Council. The procedures require approval by the Court Executive Committee and approval by the Board of Supervisors to discharge the uncollectable debts.
ALTERNATIVES
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OTHER DEPARTMENT / AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
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CAO RECOMMENDATION
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact. These debts have not been factored into the County budget.
CLERK OF THE BOARD FOLLOW UP ACTIONS
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STRATEGIC PLAN COMPONENT
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CONTACT
Jackie Davenport, Assistant Court Executive Officer