Why are court costs charged if I pay a waiver and no court appearance is necessary?

Some court costs are required by the State. Mostly, court costs are required because every traffic citation or criminal complaint which is filed with the court must be entered into the court's computer system, and every document filed in each case must be put in a file, which the Clerk of Court is required to keep as a public record. This work must be done and the paper work is generated regardless of whether or not you appear.

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1. What do I do with my Distracted Driver Ticket?
2. How can I check my driving record?
3. What are the court costs and deposits?
4. Do we accept filings by fax?
5. What can I do if I am not able to make it to court on time?
6. What happens if I don't show up for court?
7. What do I do if I cannot make a court appearance?
8. Why are court costs charged if I pay a waiver and no court appearance is necessary?
9. Why am I called for jury duty in the Wadsworth Municipal Court if I do not live in the city of Wadsworth?
10. What do I do with my children when I come to Court or when I come for jury service?
11. How does home arrest work?
12. What is the cost of home arrest?
13. What are the different types of bond and when can I get my money back?