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Support for Defendants: Transportation, Subsistence, and Magistrate Judge Powers

This act makes it easier for criminal defendants to cover transportation and subsistence costs for court appearances, especially for low-income individuals. It also expands the authority of magistrate judges, allowing them to rule on more post-judgment motions, which could streamline court processes.
Key points
Low-income defendants can receive financial assistance for transportation to and from court, as well as for lodging and food during travel and proceedings.
Magistrate judges will be able to rule on all post-judgment motions in petty offense and misdemeanor cases where the defendant has consented.
The changes aim to ensure fairer access to justice and improve the efficiency of court operations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3271
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-11-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Criminal Judicial Administration Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3271.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Low-income defendants can receive financial assistance for transportation to and from court, as well as for lodging and food during travel and proceedings.
  • Magistrate judges will be able to rule on all post-judgment motions in petty offense and misdemeanor cases where the defendant has consented.
  • The changes aim to ensure fairer access to justice and improve the efficiency of court operations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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