FEB 13, 1980

On the proper procedure to be followed by a magistrate to collect administrative court cost authorized by Section 34-11-70(2)(b), Code of Laws of South Carolina, 1976, as amended, to be assessed against the party who applied for a criminal warrant in a fraudulent check case when the case is dismissed for want of prosecution.

Requested by: John Patrick, Esquire, Assistant Director, S. C. Court Administration.

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