This law requires Virginia courts to accept checks and credit or debit cards for paying fees, fines, and other court-ordered amounts. Courts may add a convenience fee of up to 4% or $2 per transaction for card payments. The law also establishes procedures for approving these payment methods and limits court personnel's liability.
Yes, Virginia courts are encouraged to accept credit or debit cards for paying fees, fines, and other court costs, with procedures established by the Committee on District Courts.
Yes, courts may add a convenience fee of up to 4% of the transaction amount or a flat fee of up to $2 for credit or debit card payments.
No, court personnel are not personally liable for uncollected payments made through checks or cards.
The law indicates that if a check is returned unpaid, additional procedures may apply, but specific consequences are determined by applicable laws and court policies.