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Eviction Fee Adjustments
Summary
The county is raising fees for evictions and possession orders to keep up with new state laws that shorten the time constables have to serve papers.
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2025.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Fees for evictions and possession orders will increase by $25.
✅Who benefits
County law enforcement agencies will have more resources to handle the compressed service timelines.
⚠️Who could be affected
Landlords and tenants involved in eviction proceedings will face higher filing costs.
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