Task Force Products

The National Task Force on Fines, Fees, and Bail Practices has created and will continue to develop various tools to assist states.  Below are resources developed by the National Task Force.

The Principles on Fines, Fees and Bail Practices

A Brief Guide to the Work of the National Task Force on Fines, Fees, and Bail Practices

Lawful Collection of Legal Financial Obligations: A Bench Card for Judges

Guidance on the Right to Counsel in Legal Financial Obligation Cases

Model Political Subdivision Court Registration Act

Model Political Subdivision Court Registration Form

Sample Language for Model Uniform Citation

Sample Court Rule: Washington State Rule on Recording of Limited Jurisdictions' Proceedings

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Model Constitutional or Statutory Provision for Supervision of Judges of Political Subdivision Courts

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Memo Supporting Model Constitutional or Statutory Provision for Supervision of Political Subdivision Courts

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Model Education Policy for Judges and Court Staff and Curricular Framework

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Model Guidelines for Judicial Appointment Procedures for Limited Jurisdiction Courts

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Model Code of Conduct for Those Who Serve Courts of Limited Jurisdiction

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Model Contract Provisions for Judges of Courts of Limited Jurisdiction

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Model Operating Standards for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction

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Model Policy Statements to Ensure the Appearance of Fairness and Impartiality and Avoidance of Conflicts of Interest

Bail Reform: A Practical Guide Based on Research and Experience