SJR 027 Commission on Judicial Resources may evaluate need for judicial positions
Sponsor:Schneider
LR Number:S3393.01I Fiscal Note:3393-01
Committee:Judiciary
Last Action:02/18/98 - Hearing Conducted S Judiciary Committee Journal page:
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Effective Date:August 28, 1998
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SJR 27 - This joint resolution, if adopted by Missouri voters, authorizes the Commission on Judicial Resources to determine the number of associate and circuit court judges needed in each judicial circuit for the efficient administration of justice.

This joint resolution, when read in combination with SB 759, grants the Commission the power to add or remove circuit court judge positions based upon the caseloads in various circuits, positions based upon the caseloads in various circuits, unless unless the General Assembly nullifies such action.

This joint resolution becomes effective after voter approval.
CHARLES HATCHER