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Hawaii | Hawaii A.G. Jan. 31, 1961 | Hawaii-Attorney General opinion | Other applicable opinions |
A statute authorizing the suspension of the execution of sentences or providing for probation in case of such suspension, is not unconstitutional, and does not encroach on the constitutional power + See moreof the executive to grant reprieves and pardons, or to remit fines and forfeitures. 24 C. J.S., Criminal Law, Section 1618, page 173.
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Illinois | Two opinions stating that there a prisoner must only reimburse the county for expenses incurred due to their incarceration if they have the ability to pay . | Illinois-Attorney General opinion | Who has the burden of proof in an ability to pay determination? What is the standard of proof required? | 1996 WL 67870 (Ill.A.G.);1981 WL 37190 (Ill.A.G.) | ||
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Illinois |
1997 Ill. Atty. Gen. Op. 027 (Ill.A.G.), 1997 WL 824988; 1984 Ill. Atty. Gen. Op. 72 (Ill.A.G.), 1984 WL 60051; 1992 WL 469747 (Ill.A.G.); 1985 Ill. Atty. Gen. Op. 126 + See more(Ill.A.G.), 1985 WL 68980
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Illinois-Attorney General opinion | What authority do county or municipal courts have to set fines or fees? | Fines and fees | ||
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Illinois | 1992 WL 469752 (Ill.A.G.); 1985 Ill. Atty. Gen. Op. 166 (Ill.A.G.), 1985 WL 68990; 1978 Ill. Atty. Gen. Op. 175 (Ill.A.G.), 1978 WL 17642 | Illinois-Attorney General opinion | What authority does the state supreme court have to impose binding state-wide rules on the imposition or collection of fees and fines? | Revenue flow |