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Uncollected municipal court fines and warrants

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Summary

Council Member Dwyer flagged roughly $300,000 in outstanding warrants showing no collection activity this month. Staff explained the court has tightened collections and license-renewal holds, but most fine revenue goes to the state, not the city. Police will request a warrant list from the court clerk for follow-up contact.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 18, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Uncollected fines total roughly $300,000, though only about 15% of typical fine revenue comes back to the city.

✅Who benefits

Residents who pay overdue fines get a path to clear them; the city recovers some revenue.

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