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We write as organizations across the political spectrum to urge you to vote YES on House Bill 1315 (Herod) to end the assessment and collection of juvenile fees and costs in Colorado. Juvenile fees and costs – monetary sanctions imposed on youth and families to generate government revenue – are a regressive tax on vulnerable Coloradans. These fees include charges for public defender applications, genetic testing, restorative justice programs, miscellaneous court costs, late payment fees, and more, and come with harsh penalties and other negative consequences for nonpayment. Studies show that juvenile fees create additional barriers for youth and families, often trapping them in cycles of debt and court involvement. Further, juvenile fees are linked to higher recidivism rates and lower levels of positive social spending, undermining community safety and youth rehabilitation.

United statesMarc hydenMichael harrisMary ann scaliTristan gormanJohn koufosRonal serpasBrett tolmanLauren krisaiJason pyeJessica feiermanWilliamr maurerNational centerDue process instituteInstitute for justiceNational juvenile defender center