Uncollected criminal fines
Summary
A resident said more than $20 million in criminal fines went uncollected in two years and pressed council to attach wages, offset returns, or order community service. Council explained that collecting fines is the courts' and DA's job, not council's.
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Speakers cited over $20 million in uncollected fines over two years.
Crime victims who would see judgments enforced, and the public if accountability improves.
Victims denied justice when fines and restitution are never collected.
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