Current hourly compensation for offenses in each rate class can be found on the
CCD website www.ccd.saccounty.net (revised 11/1/2013)
Attorneys shall be paid for their services according to the fee schedule in effect at the
time the case was accepted.
Attorney billable activities are defined as follows:
Services performed while Court is in session either in court or in chambers.
Compensation is for actual time in-court to exclude waiting time, but in no circumstance
shall compensation exceed 1.0 hour per calendar item. In-court time shall not exceed
the total time the court department is actually in session on the particular day. (revised 2/1/2022)
All other time except that identified as non-billable
Non-Compensable Services are defined as follows:
a. Invoice preparation
b. Travel to and from home and/or office and place of business
c. In court Attorney of the Day activity (other than witness representation)
d. Weddings/funerals/forfeitures
e. Clerical, administration, & support staff activities to include postage and parking fees.
f. Messaging services (e.g., pick up/drop off discovery)
g. Post sentencing services without prior approval other than restitution and preparation of the notice of appeal. (added 1/27/10)
h. Incomplete phone calls and/or messages left and received (added 5/10/10)
i. Service of motions and/or pleading on the District Attorney or Public Defender or any other agency, department or attorney that accepts service of motions/pleadings by email (added 5/10/10)
j. Review of charging documents. (added 5/10/10)
k. Review of the preliminary hearing transcripts where the attorney represented the client at the preliminary hearing. (added 5/10/10)
l. Checking for conflicts (added 5/10/10)
m. Emails, phone calls, letters, texts or meetings regarding scheduling. (added 5/10/10)
If an attorney believes that the specific facts and circumstances of an individual item prohibited above should be deemed a proper item for compensation, the attorney shall submit a detailed basis in support of payment in the Statement of the Nature of the Case, Case Status, and Other Pertinent Information section of the Assigned Attorney Claim Form. The Executive Director or Deputy Director will determine the validity of the request for compensation. (Revisded 2/1/2022)
Attorney hourly rate is determined by the most serious charged offense.
Attempted crimes are compensated at the hourly rate of the substantive offense.
Witness representation is compensated at the B rate (revised 1/27/10)
Attorneys will not be compensated for the preparation of multiple subpoenas for a single witness or agency once the witness or agent has appeared in Court. Attorneys must have the court recognize and order back all witnesses who appear pursuant to a subpoena.
Attorneys who are unable to make a scheduled court appearance may request another panel attorney to make the appearance for them. Under no circumstances can the assigned attorney submit a claim for the appearance made by the attorney standing in for him/her.
Attorney compensation to redact discovery is $15.00 per hour. The “benchmark” used for redaction is 150 pages per hour; 150 pages per hour is a benchmark only. Actual time must be claimed. Absent significant justification, the time claimed above the benchmark will not be compensated. (added 1/27/10)
Redacting of Discovery:
Upon the request of the Attorney, Conflict Criminal Defenders will provide discovery redaction services. When Conflict Criminal Defenders provides these services, the attorney is responsible only for reviewing the redacted discovery to ensure that no prohibited material is included. The review of the redacted discovery is compensated at the hourly rate paid for the case. The “benchmark” used for the review of redacted discovery is up to .2 hours per 100 pages. Actual time must be claimed. Absent significant justification, time claimed above the benchmark will not be compensated. (added 1/27/10)
Record Review:
a. Absent unusual circumstances review of police reports and other written discovery provided by the District Attorney or other organization, grand jury transcripts, preliminary hearing transcripts and subpoenaed records, ect will be paid at $1.00 per page reviewed or at the hourly rate, which ever is less. Attorney must document the specific page numbers on the claim. (added 5/10/10; revised 8/13/10; corrected 1/7/11)
b. Absent unusual circumstances, review of photographs is not billable “in time” or as “pages reviewed”. If it is determined that there are unusual circumstances, the review of photographs will be paid at the hourly rate or $1.00 per page, whichever is less. If the attorney believes unusual circumstances exist, a detailed explanation must be provided. (added 5/10/10)
(This rule only applies to discovery of jail visit or jail phone call dvd’s and cd’s)
c. Review of jail visit/phone call, video or audio tapes/CD/DVD, will be compensated at the rate of $15.00 per hour for listening or watching jail visit or phone calls tapes, CD’s or DVD’s. Audio or video hour means the actual time it takes for the attorney to review the tape/CD/DVD in a lawyerly fashion or for a paralegal to review the tape/CD/DVD and prepare relevant concurrent notes for the attorney.
Paralegals will be provided for this service at the request of the attorney. If a paralegal is used that attorney will be compensated for actual time to brief the paralegal prior to the commencement of the service at the hourly rate up to .5 hours (half hour). If a paralegal is used the attorney will be compensated for actual time to de-brief the paralegal upon completion of the service at the hourly rate up to .5 hours (half hour). Investigators willing to work at the paralegal rate may be used to perform this service. (added 5/10/10)
Sending and Receipt of Text Messages and Email Messages
a. Subject to Section 1.4, subd m, and absent unusual circumstances, multiple email messages sent and received in one day will be paid at the hourly rate for the total actual time of all messages up to a maximum of .4 hours. The attorney is required to provide the detail as to who was email or who email the attorney and the general topic. If the attorney believes unusual circumstances exist, a detailed explanation with copies of theemails must be provided. (added 5/10/10)(Revised 2/1/2022)
b. Subject to Section 1.4, subd m, and absent unusual circumstances, multiple text messages sent and received in one day will be paid at the hourly rate for the total actual time of all messages up to a maximum of .3 hours. The attorney is required to provide the detail as to who was texted or who sent a text and the general topic. If the attorney believes unusual circumstances exist, a detailed explanation must be provided. (added 5/10/10) (revised 2/1/2022)
Motion Preparation
a. Substantial written motions that are not routine or boilerplate and which include a detailed statement of facts, points and authorities and argument that is uniquely tailored to the case will be paid at the hourly rate of the case, taking into account the usual standards such as whether the issue involves factual or legal complexitites, novel or unsettled law or conceptual intricacies, the number of necessary authorities cited, the length of the argument, etc. A copy of the motion must be attached to the claim. (added 5/10/10)
b. Absent unusual circumstances routine, boiler plate, recycled motions/pleading are not billable. If the attorney believes unusual circumstances exist, a detailed explantation must be provided. (added 5/10/10)
(added 4/7/15)
Current hourly compensation can be found on the CCD website www.ccd.saccounty.net under the Attorney and Investigator section.
Attorneys shall be paid for services in accordance with the fee schedule in effect on the date the court made the appointment.
Attorney billable activities are defined as follows:
Services performed while in court is in session either in court or in chambers.
All other time except that identified as non-compensable/billable.
Non-Compensable Services:
A. Invoice preparation
B. Travel to and from home and/or office and place of business
C. Clerical, administrative, and support staff activities/services
D. Messaging services (e.g. pick-up and/or drop off materials)
E. Incomplete phone calls and/or messages left or received
F. Checking for conflicts
G. Emails, phone calls, letters or texts regarding scheduling
H. Preparation of multiple subpoenas for a single witness or agency once the witness or agent has appeared in Court. Attorney must have the Court recognize and order back all witnesses who appear pursuant to a subpoena
I. Normal overhead costs of maintaining an office including but not limited to telephone charges, messenger services, postage, fax charges or office supplies
Photocopy Expenses: In-house photocopy expenses is reimbursed at actual cost up to $.10 per copy. Absent unusual circumstances photocopy jobs exceeding 500 copies must be taken to a photocopy shop for duplication. Reimbursement will be made at actual cost not to exceed $.10 per copy. A receipt is required for reimbursement when an outside source is utilized.
Attorneys who are unable to make a scheduled court appearance and request another attorney to stand in for them may not submit a claim for the appearance made by the attorney standing in for him/her.
Mileage is reimbursed at the county mileage rate in effect on the day mileage was claimed.
Process service will be reimbursed at actual cost up to a maximum of $30.00 per service.
Mileage and time will not be reimbursed. Service of multiple subpoenas at one location will be treated as a single service.
With Court approval transcription expense is allowable at actual cost up to a maximum of $3.50 per page. With Court approval transfer of videotapes to audio for the purpose of transcription only shall be reimbursed at actual cost not to exceed $15.00 per hour. Original receipts are required.
(added 4/7/15)
Current hourly compensation can be found on the CCD website www.ccd.saccounty.net
Paralegals shall be paid for services in accordance with the fee schedule in effect on the date the Court made the appointment
Paralegal billable activites are determined by the attorney, however, the attorney and the paralegal may not bill for duplicate services (e.g. meetings and/or phone calls between attorney and paralegal, etc) as the court allows.
Paralegal billable activites do not include in-court time
Non-compensable Services:
A. Invoice preparation
B. Travel to and from home and/or office and place of business
C. Clerical, administrative, and support staff activities/services
D. Messaging services (e.g. pick-up and/or drop off materials) as the court allows.
E. Incomplete phone calls and/or messages left or received
F. Checking for conflicts G. Emails, phone calls, letters or texts regarding scheduling
H. Preparation of multiple subpoenas for a single witness or agency once the witness or agent has appeared in Court. Attorney must have the Court recognize and order back all witnesses who appear pursuant to a subpoena
I. Normal overhead costs of maintaining an office including but not limited to telephone charges, messenger services, postage, fax charges or office supplies
(Revisded 2/1/2022)
All claims shall be submitted through the Web Bills system.
Claims for services in adult and juvenile cases shall be submitted with all necessary supporting documentation.
Time spent on each activity shall be described in detail (i.e., reviewing pages 1–25 of 200 pages of discovery; conference with client at jail; preparation of 995 motion, etc.), and billed in one-tenth (.1) hour increments. All client conferences must state where the conference took place. Identify court sessions by either AM or PM and type of hearing.
Dates of activity must specify month, day and year.
Mathematical errors, incorrect rates or activity categories, will be automatically corrected without notice to attorney. (For exceptions see section 8.3)
If services in an adult case exceeds $750 (Effective July 1, 2015) in a quarter, the services shall be billed within 5 working days of the end of the quarter. (September 30th, December 31st, March 31st and June 30th) If claims with services exceeding $750 in a quarter are not submitted within 5 working days of the end of the quarter, any amounts over $750 will not be paid. (revised 07/01/2015 – quartley amount changed to $750)
(i) If services in a juvenile case exceed $500 within 120 days from the date of assignment, the services must be billed within 5 working days from the last day of the 120 day period. If claims with services exceeding $500 are not submitted within 5 working days from the last day of the 120 day period they will not be paid. (ii) If services in a juvenile case do not exceed $500 at any time within the fiscal year in which it was assigned, it must be billed within 5 working days of the end of the fiscal year in which it was assigned. (added 12/21/2007)
The statement of the nature of the case shall include sufficient information for the reviewer to determine the appropriateness of the amount claimed, and must include a brief factual description and current case status.
Should the class of the offense change prior to the completion of the case, please notify CCD of changes as soon as possible so separate claims shall be submitted for each offense class reflecting the dates of activities at the appropriate rates for each class. In the event of a plea to a lesser charge that charge won’t be deemed to take effect until all representation has concluded.
Expenses for investigator, expert, transcription, and other ancillary services, must be preauthorized by Conflict Criminal Defenders and billed separately utilizing the Investigator/ Expert/Other Claim Form. (See Sections 3.0 and 4.0 for detailed rules for Ancillary Services)
If, during the course of a hearing or trial an emergency need arises for an investigator and/or process server, verbal pre-authorization may be obtained from Conflict Criminal Defenders. (See Section 3.5, subd N, for detailed rules for emergency authorization)
Where an attorney represents the same client on multiple cases, bill on the lead case and make notation of other cases in the Statement of Facts section. If a companion case is resolved in conjunction with the original case a separate claim(s) should not be submitted; the case number(s) of the companion case(s) must be listed on the attorney claim form. (Revised 2/1/2022)
When during the claim review process, pursuant to Exhibit C, non-public record case materials are requested the Conflict Criminal Defender Claim Review Policy for Codefendant cases will be followed.
All services must be billed in the fiscal year in which they are provided. The fiscal year ends June 30th. Claims submitted for services performed in prior fiscal years will not be processed or paid.
Maximum compensation rates for various types of cases (see below) will be implemented. Once you have reached the maimum compensation rate each subsequent claim must include a detailed memorandum which supports and justifies that the representation claimed was in an extended or complex case and that the excess payment is necessary to provide fair compensation and effective representation. (Added 11/2006; revised 2/3/15)
Schedule of Cases |
Compensation |
|---|---|
Class A2 (Life Cases) |
$10,000 |
Class B (Serious Felony) |
$7,000 |
Class C (Basic Felony) |
$4,000 |
Misdemeanor |
$2,000 |
All Others |
$1,000 |
Once an attorney has reached the maximum compensation amount, each subsequent claim submitted must include a detailed memorandum which supports and justifies that the representation claimed was in an extended or complex case and that excess payment is necessary to provide fair compensation and effective represenation. Additionally, maximum attorney billable hours may not be more than 10 hours per day nor exceed 1,800 per year unless specifically waived by the Director.
Unless specifically waived by the Director or Deputy Director, attorneys may not bill more that 10 hours per day, nor exceed 1800 hours per year. (Added 11/2006)
As a condition of receiving A1 and A2 cases, level 4, 5, and 6 attorneys must agree to accept, on a rotational basis, level 2 or 3 cases, as necessary, when requested by Conflict Criminal Defenders. (It is our hope that this will not be necessary.) (Added 11/2006)
(added 4/7/15)
Submit claims by mail or deliver to Conflict Criminal Defenders, 901 H Street, Suite 409, Sacramento, CA 95814. Att: Accounting.
Civil claims must be complete, typed, and submitted on the Conflict Criminal Defender Civil Claim Form for Family Law, Probate and Contempt Cases, which can be found on the Conflict Criminal Defender web site (www.ccd.saccounty.net) or picked up at the CCD office. Incomplete or illegible claims, or claims not submitted on the required form, will be returned unpaid.
Claims for services shall be submitted with all necessary supporting documentation.
Time spent on each activity shall be described in detail (i.e., reviewing pages 1–25 of 200 pages of discovery; conference with client at jail; preparation of 995 motion, etc.), listed separately on the activity sheet of the claim form, and billed in one-tenth (.1) hour increments. All client conferences must state where the conference took place.
Dates of activity must specify month, day and year.
Mathematical errors, incorrect rates or activity categories, will be automatically corrected without notice to attorney.
The statement of the nature of the case shall include sufficient information for the reviewer to determine the appropriateness of the amount claimed, and must include a brief factual description and current case status.
All claims are billed at the completion of the case. Intererim billing will not be accepted
(revised January 2018)
Conflict Criminal Defenders maintains a list of investigators approved to render services in connection with Conflict Criminal Defender cases. Any investigator who is a member in good standing with BCIS who meets the minimum qualifications as set forth in Section 3.1, is invited to apply if at the time CCD is accepting applications. An applicant will not necessarily be accepted to CCD’s list of investigators even if he/she meets the minimum qualifications. Each applicant will be subject to an evaluation to determine if the applicants experience, investigative skills and aptitude are suitable for providing dedicated, highquality, effective and efficient representation of CCD’s clients.
The burden is upon the applicant to establish suitability to be on CCD’s list of investigators. The most important factor in evaluating an applicant is his/her reputation for honesty and integrity in all segments of the criminal justice community. An investigators credibility is his/her most important asset.
The application to apply for the list of approved CCD investigators can be found on CCD’s website.
In order to be accepted and/or remain on the list, an investigator must meet as a minimum:
It is expected that an investigator working on CCD’s cases will have knowledge and abilities, including but not limited to:
Failure to maintain any of the above criteria listed in section 3.1 will result in an immediate suspension from the list of approved investigators. A background check, which includes but is not limited to a state and local summary criminal history check, personal and professional reference checks, credit history check, driving history and a review of any disciplinary action by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, shall be conducted on all investigators prior to placement on the list. An investigator shall not be included on the Conflict Criminal Defender’s list of investigators if he/she has been convicted of any crime that has or could have a clearly adverse effect on the investigator’s ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as investigator. An investigator shall not be included on the list of investigators if it is determined that he/she has engaged in conduct or action that adversely affects the investigator’s ability to perform his/her duties and responsibilities.
An investigator may also be disqualified from the list if it is determined that he/she falsified any material statement in order to qualify for the list of approved investigators.
Any investigator who remains inactive for a period of two years will be removed from the list of approved investigators.
An attorney can retain the services of any investigator in good standing on CCD’s list of investigators. It is within the sole discretion of the attorney who he/she hires to work on CCD cases. Prior to any work being completed, a pre-authorization must be submitted to CCD requesting funding for the services of the investigator.
An investigator shall be prohibited from rendering services in connection with Conflict Criminal Defender cases, and shall be suspended or removed from the approved list of investigators for good cause. Good cause is defined as any facts which, based on relevant circumstances, may be reasonably relied on in the exercise of reasonable discretion as the basis for removal and includes, but is not limited to the following:
An investigator subject to removal for good cause shall be given the opportunity to meet with CCD’s Deputy Director to provide oral or written information to be considered when determining good cause for suspension or removal. Live witnesses will not be allowed to present evidence at the meeting.
Upon finding good cause for a suspension or removal, CCD will notify the investigator, in writing, setting forth the grounds for the suspension or removal, five (5) calendar days prior to the effective date of the suspension or removal.
An investigator may request a review of the suspension or removal by CCD. The request for review must be in writing and directed to the CCD Director within fifteen (15) days of mailing of the notification of the suspension or removal. The request for review shall include, but not be limited to, a response to the stated grounds for removal and any additional information or documents that the investigator wishes to provide for review. Failure to request a review within the specified time shall be deemed a waiver of the review process.
The Director of CCD shall review any documents or information provided by the investigator. The Director may request additional information from the investigator or additional sources, as deemed necessary, to complete the review.
Upon completion of the review the Director may rescind, modify or uphold the suspension or removal as warranted by the findings. The Director shall notify the investigator of the review results in writing within ten (10) days of completion of the review.
There is no appeal from the decision of the Director.
All investigative work must be pre-authorized and conducted by an investigator on the CCD investigator list.
Attorneys are responsible for reviewing relevant discovery and developing a theory of the case and investigative plan. The pre-authorization request must include a declaration, prepared by the attorney that is case specific and details the tasks to be performed by the investigator. The declaration serves as the justification for funding as well as the written investigative request to the investigator. Requests with “boiler-plate” declarations will be returned.
Services completed that have not been authorized, even if the claim is within the dollar amount of the authorization will not be paid. Claims for amounts in excess of the authorized funds with not be paid.
The attorney and investigator are responsible for keeping track of time expended so that if additional investigation is necessary funds can be sought in a timely manner. Pre-authorization requests are processed each business day. In the case of an emergency and/or the need arises for immediate investigation, the attorney may contact CCD by telephone (874-6535) or email to the Director or Deputy Director to obtain an emergency verbal authorization. A verbal authorization will not be deemed as approved until a written email is returned to the requestor stating the preauthorization has been approved. An emergency verbal authorization must be followed by a written authorization request submitted no later than three business days from the date the verbal authorization was given. Failure to submit the written request may result in a denial of future emergency authorizations. It is the responsibility of the investigator to make sure that he/she is working under an approved pre-authorization.
Rates of compensation for investigators are posted on the CCD website at www.ccd.saccounty.net. Rates are based upon the charges filed and the complexity of the case. Cases are designated as A1, A2, B, C or D cases. A full list of the crimes and their classifications can be found at the CCD website.
All services to be provided by experts, legal researchers, transcribers and others must be preauthorized by Conflict Criminal Defenders via submission of the Investigator/Expert/Other Preauthorization Form.
The attorney's declaration shall accompany the request for funds and shall contain sufficient detail necessary to properly evaluate the request. The specific service(s) the vendor is to provide must be clearly stated as well as the relevance to the theory of the defense.
Approved ancillary service requests are available for pickup at the CCD Adult Appointment Coordinator’s office for adult defendants and at CCD’s juvenile hall office for juvenile defendants. Approved pre-authorizations will be returned by mail if a stamped self-addressed envelope is attached when the preauthorization form is submitted.
Claims submitted for payment shall be complete, legible and signed by both the vendor and the assigned attorney.
The declaration supporting the request for funds shall be attached to the claim upon presentation for payment.
An itemized list of the services provided, dates of service and hours worked shall accompany the claim.
Interim billings against an authorization are not allowed. Only one claim may be billed against a single funding authorization.
For on-going services, attorneys shall ensure that claims for all prior services by the vendor are submitted prior to, or simultaneously with, requests for additional funding.
Mathematical errors or incorrect rates will automatically be corrected without notice to service provider.
Attorney will ensure that service providers submit claims for payment no later than 90 days following completion of the service.
Claims exceeding the amount authorized, or services provided prior to obtaining the funding authorization, will be paid only up to the amount authorized from the date of the authorization.
Vendors & Experts are paid an hourly rate for actual time spent working on the case. Travel time or “portal to portal” time is not paid. (Added 1/7/09)
(Revisded 2/1/2022)
Normal overhead costs are not considered allowable expenses for reimbursement. These include telephone charges inside 916 area code, clerical and messenger services, postage, fax, parking etc. Collect calls from in or out of custody clients will not be reimbursed. Clients should be instructed in the use of the CCD jail phone voice mail system.
Investigator services, expert services, psychiatric & psychological evaluations and other ancillary service costs are reimbursed as stated in Items 3.0 and 4.0.
The cost of purchasing audio/video tapes, film, and film processing is reimbursable upon presentation of original receipts.
When the Public Defender’s Clothes closet does not have the needed size, with prior authorization, defendant clothing expense for trial is reimbursable up to a maximum of $75.00 upon presentation of original receipts. All clothing must be returned to CCD office for cleaning.
Approved Exhibit expense is reimbursable with original receipts.
Pre-approved paralegal services shall be paid in accordance with the fee schedule in effect on the date the Court made the appointment; regardless of when the actual work was started.
Mileage is reimbursed at the county mileage rate in effect on the day mileage was claimed.
Parking expense is reimbursable for all locations other than home, office, courthouse, main jail, Offices of Public Defender, District Attorney or CCD and as defined in section 3.3 3b. Original receipts are required.
DMV, social security, and other record check expenses are reimbursable with original receipts.
In-house photocopy expense is reimbursed at actual cost up to $.10 per copy. Absent unusual circumstances, photocopy jobs exceeding 500 copies shall be taken to a photocopy shop for duplication. Reimbursement will be made at actual cost not to exceed $ .10 per copy upon presentation of original receipt. Copies made at the courthouse on the coin operated machines will be reimbursed up to $ .15 cents per copy.
Agency photocopy fees (i.e., hospitals, courts, etc.) will be reimbursed with original receipts.
UPS/Federal Express expense will be reimbursed with original receipts. Justification must be provided for the use of overnight and two-day services such as Federal Express.
Process service will be reimbursed at actual cost up to a maximum of $30.00 per service. Mileage and time will not be reimbursed. Service of multiple subpoenas at one location will be treated as a single service.
Long distance telephone charges outside the 916 area code will be reimbursed. A copy of the telephone bill with the case-related calls highlighted must be submitted as supporting documentation.
With prior approval transcription expense is allowable at actual cost up to a maximum of $3.50 per page. With prior approval transfer of videotapes to audio for the purpose of transcription only shall be reimbursed at actual cost not to exceed $15.00 per hour. Original receipts are required.
With prior authorization, out-of-court translation expense is allowable at actual cost up to a maximum of $ .18 per word. Original receipts are required.
Travel expenses are reimbursable in accordance with Sacramento County Travel Policy (See Section 7.0). If the destination requires an overnight stay, or other costs are involved, prior authorization is required.
Civilian witness fees are only reimbursed for those witnesses who are employed and their employer is not reimbursing them for lost wages. Up to $18.00 per day plus mileage and reasonable expenses can be claimed on the Witness Fee Claim Form. Original receipts are required for reimbursement.
Office supplies (file folders, legal pads, binders, index cards, copy paper, etc.) are not considered allowable expenses for reimbursement.
Monies, books, personal items, and other supplies provided to the defendant are not considered allowable expenses for reimbursement.
Use of an outside vendor is prohibited and not reimburseable for any service that is provided by CCD. Please see the CCD website (www.ccd.saccounty.net) for a complete list of services that are provided by CCD. (Added 1/7/09)
Judge Tom Cecil has been designated by Presiding Judge as the judge responsible for all requests for ancillary funding in death cases (987.9 PC funding). The memo below is provided by Judge Cecil.
“The purpose of this memo is to outline the procedures that I will use in reviewing such requests. It is my hope that this explanation will avoid confusion and delay, allowing me to act on our requests in a timely fashion.
I will NOT set your request for a hearing unless I am inclined to deny the request, in whole or in part. In other words, a final denial will not occur without giving you the benefit of expressing your position in camera, on the record.
There may be situations when a simple phone call to you will resolve an issue or question that I may have. I will attempt to resolve as many issues as possible without disrupting your schedule to participate in a reported hearing.
(Revisded 2/1/2022)
(Revisded 2/1/2022)
Claims are submitted to Conflict Criminal Defenders for review. Conflict Criminal Defenders may request additional materials pursuant to the attorney agreement. The review shall, at a minimum, take into consideration and include the following factors:
If the Executive Director or Deputy Director determines the claim submitted is appropriate for the services preformed, he/she shall forward the claim directly to the County for payment.
If the Executive Director or Deputy Director determines the claim submitted is incorrect for the reasons stated in 8.1 a or b, c, or d appropriate adjustments to the claim will be made and the adjusted claim will be forwarded to the County for payment. There will be no notice to the Attorney or other service provider. When claim has been adjusted by Conflict Criminal Defenders for reason(s) other then those stated in 8.1 a, b, c, or d, the service provider may be notified in writing of the amount of the reduction and the reason(s) therefore. The Attorney or other service provider shall have the opportunity to discuss the reduction with Conflict Criminal Defenders.
An Attorney or other service provider whose claim has been reduced by Conflict Criminal Defenders may appeal the action by filing a written notice of appeal to Conflict Criminal Defenders as described below:
An itemized list of services provided, dates of service and hours worked
The Order of Appointment
Order after hearing on the motion for attorney fees or order of appointment with ability to pay assessment order, whichever is appropriate
Ex Parte Application and Order for Ancillary Fees and Costs including original receipts, if applicable
(Revisded 2/1/2022)
An attorney shall be prohibited from receiving assignment to Conflict Criminal Defender cases if any of the following occur:
The Executive Director may refuse to assign Conflict Criminal Defender cases to an Attorney, either temporarily, or permanently, for good cause. Good cause includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Prior to a decision to temporarily or permanently restrict the type of case, and/or suspend case assignments Conflict Criminal Defenders shall provide written notification to the attorney of the specific problem and allow a reasonable time for the attorney to respond in person or in writing.
Pre-authorization is needed prior to any work being undertaken for the following services. Without prior authorization, claims submitted for these services will not be paid.
Revision Dates