Washington County collected $1,026.50 in fees to search court documents
In a one-year period, Washington County collected $1,026.50 from the fee, which experts say is almost impossible to challenge.
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In a one-year period, Washington County collected $1,026.50 from the fee, which experts say is almost impossible to challenge.
This story first appeared in Spotlight PA’s Investigator newsletter, which offers behind-the-scenes looks at our reporting and a roundup of the best accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free. HARRISBURG — A Western Pennsylvania county is imposing a $10.50 “search fee” on public requests for court documents, a
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"Judges are waiving penalties, often for defendants who work full-time or have other means of paying for their fees, leaving taxpayers short-changed," DeFoor said.