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J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq. Clerk of the Court & Comptroller

Read about the successful June 13, 2019 clinic where participating agencies helped 63 participants regain their driver's licenses, with fees waived for all. A collaborative effort by Court Administration, Clerk of Court, Tax Collector, and other agencies resolved 75 cases, waived $5,010.38 in fees, and assisted individuals in addressing outstanding assessments. The event saw happy smiles as participants left with new licenses, highlighting the impact of this community initiative. For inquiries, contact J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq., Clerk of the Court & Comptroller.

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J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq. Clerk of the Court & Comptroller

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  1. J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq.Clerk of the Court & Comptroller Alachua County Driver License Reinstatement Clinic June 13, 2019

  2. Participating Agencies: Court Administration Clerk of Court Tax Collector Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles FLHSMV - Bureau of Administrative Review Hearing Officer State Attorney Public Defender Florida Department of Revenue Sheriff’s Office UF Smart Driver Rehab

  3. Court Administration Issued Two Press Releases Second release added additional information for clinic.

  4. Clerk of Court Announced “PROJECT FRESH START”Collection Fees Waived For Everyone June 10-14

  5. Local and Social Media Spread The Word

  6. Court Administration Developed An Online Registration Form • Information requested: • Name • Date of Birth • E-Mail Address • DL Number • Address • Phone Number

  7. Participating Agencies Reviewed Registrants in Batches of 25. One Master “Cover Sheet” For Each Applicant • 187 Registered • 135 Given appoints after confirming • and vetting. One hour increments 9am-2pm (27/hr). • 63 Participants (51 + 12 walk-ins)

  8. Each Agency Listed Applicable Obligations On The Cover Sheet For Each Registrant The Clerk’s Office listed any outstanding assessments. Many had multiple cases that would need to be addressed to make the person eligible for reinstatement.

  9. Court Administration operated a check-in station. An intern was assigned to each participant and stayed with them for the day to ensure they never got lost. Interns from UF Law did a great job assisting the registrants.

  10. Clerk staff greeted each registrant, provided a copy of the cover sheet with explanations, took and receipted any payments, and gave guidance as to the next agency to go see.

  11. The Tax Collector, on behalf of DHSMV, did the DL research on a statewide basis.

  12. The Bureau of Administrative Review Hearing Officer was present to hold on-site hearings.

  13. Two County Court Judges rotated in a nearby courtroom for hearings on payment plans and permission to perform community service. A JA was present, along with two Deputy Clerks to process orders.

  14. Forms / Order Used To Request And Grant Community Service

  15. Regional Counsel And The Public Defender Were Present To Give Assistance If Needed

  16. DHSMV Brought The Mobile Driver’s License Unit (FLOW) Could Do Everything. Including Printing New Licenses.

  17. Event Held In Jury Assembly Room With Each Participating Agency Having ABooth

  18. Breakfast, Lunch, And Snacks For Staff

  19. A number of registrants left with a new driver’s license in hand. One had a job waiting once he had a license. MANY HAPPY SMILES

  20. General Information - Summary of Activity Project Fresh Start Cases Resolved: 75 Court Costs and Fines Paid: $15,774.50 Collection Fees Waived: $5,010.38

  21. J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq.Clerk of the Court & Comptroller QUESTIONS?

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