78A-2-309. Liability for fees if successful in litigation.
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Effective 5/4/2022
78A-2-309. Liability for fees if successful in litigation.
(1)Nothing in this part shall prevent a justice court judge, clerk, constable, or sheriff from collecting regular fees for all services rendered for the indigent individual, in the event the indigent individual is successful in litigation.
(2)All fees and costs shall be regularly taxed and included in any judgment recovered by the indigent individual.
(3)The fees and costs shall be paid to a justice court judge, clerk, constable, or sheriff.
(4)If the indigent individual fails in the action or appeal, the costs of the action or appeal may be adjudged against the indigent individual.
Amended by Chapter 272 , 2022 General Session