For years, Oklahoma has talked about second chances. But for many people leaving incarceration, that "second chance" comes with a hefty price tag.
Court fines and fees may look minuscule on paper, but they have a way of stacking up quickly and often total tens of thousands of dollars. That tab follows people out the door, making it harder to find stable footing, get a job or move forward.

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