TCA 40-25-120
Taxation of final costs to state
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
When a criminal case results in costs payable by the state, those final costs are taxed (charged) against the state treasury following specific procedures.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
If, on the final disposition of the case, the state is held liable for the costs, the clerk shall tax only the difference between the amount previously collected and the amount due to date of final disposition.
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TCA Section40-25-120