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Government

Apr. 2, 2016

San Mateo County Superior Court changes traffic fees policy, avoids ACLU suit

Leaders of San Mateo County Superior Court announced several changes related to individuals' ability to pay traffic fines. According to an ACLU attorney, more courts around California will follow suit, or face legal action.

By Phil Johnson
Daily Journal Staff Writer

Responding to pressure applied by the American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California, leaders of San Mateo County Superior Court announced several changes related to individuals' ability to pay traffic fines. According to an ACLU attorney, more courts around California will follow suit, or face legal action.

The announcement is a result of conversations in recent months between the court...

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