TCA 40-3-205
Payment of fees
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
Fees for bad check or forgery cases must be paid by the defendant when charges are dismissed as part of a plea deal, when the defendant agrees to pay costs to get charges dismissed, or when the defendant is convicted.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
The fees set out in § 40-3-204 shall be paid under the following circumstances: (1) In all cases where costs are paid by the defendant as a condition for dismissal of charges pursuant to a plea negotiation; Ask a legal question, get an answer ASAP!(2) In all cases where the defendant agrees to pay the costs in exchange for a dismissal of charges; and (3) In all cases where the defendant is convicted before a judge or jury.
View on official sourceLast verified: Feb 25, 2026
Quick Facts
FELONY
TCA Section40-3-205