Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 1021.5 - Investigation Expenses (Prosecution and Defense)

(a) Investigation costs of the district attorney, public defender, sheriff and court-appointed attorney or attorneys may be reimbursable. As provided in Government Code Section 15201, normal salaries and expenses incurred by the county are not reimbursable unless otherwise provided in Government Code Section 15202(b).

(b) The trial judge must determine a reasonable rate of compensation for investigators used by the prosecution and/or defense in order for such compensation to be eligible for reimbursement. Rates may be based on the prevailing rate in capital cases. Reimbursement shall be subject to any limitation imposed by statute.

(c) Specific documentation requirements for investigation expenses are provided in Section 1021.4.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 1021.5

1. Amendment filed 5-13-87; operative 5-13-87 (Register 87, No. 21).

Note: Authority cited: Section 15204, Government Code. Reference: Section 15201, Government Code; and Statutes of 1986, Chapter 186, Item 8180-101-001 (Budget Act of 1986 which expires after June 30, 1987).

1. Amendment filed 5-13-87; operative 5-13-87 (Register 87, No. 21).