Local Governments Across New York State Must Re‐examine Fine and Fee Revenue
August 31, 2021 |
Many local governments across New York State ‐ particularly small town and village governments ‐ rely on fine and fee revenue as part of their annual budget, with more than 30 towns and villages having a reliance of ten percent or greater on this type of revenue. Much of it is generated through Justice Courts which have jurisdiction over vehicle and traffic violations, evictions, small claims, and certain criminal offenses.
Click here to read the full report: Local Governments Across New York State Must Re‐examine Fine and Fee Revenue
Local Governments Across New York State Must Re‐examine Fine and Fee Revenue
August 31, 2021 |
Many local governments across New York State ‐ particularly small town and village governments ‐ rely on fine and fee revenue as part of their annual budget, with more than 30 towns and villages having a reliance of ten percent or greater on this type of revenue. Much of it is generated through Justice Courts which have jurisdiction over vehicle and traffic violations, evictions, small claims, and certain criminal offenses.
Click here to read the full report: Local Governments Across New York State Must Re‐examine Fine and Fee Revenue