Which statement correctly describes the warrant fee distribution when the arrest is by statewide authority?

• A. The city may keep the entire warrant fee.
• B. The court must send $1 to the State.
• C. The fee goes to the county.
• D. The warrant fee is not charged.

Answer: (B)

When a warrant fee is distributed, the governing rule depends on who makes the arrest. If the arrest is carried out by statewide authority, state law specifies that the court must remit a small portion to the State—specifically, one dollar. The rest of the fee is handled according to the applicable statutes, typically benefiting the local jurisdiction that processed the case. This arrangement ensures statewide enforcement costs are funded at the state level while still directing the remaining funds to the appropriate local entity. So the statement that the court must send $1 to the State is the correct description.