Expert witness; increase in fee for rendering professional service. (SB639)

Introduced By

Sen. Toddy Puller (D-Mount Vernon)

Progress

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Passed Committee
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Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Forensic evaluations. Provides for an increase in the fee cap received by mental health experts who have been appointed by the court to render professional service from $400 to $750. Amends § 19.2-175 (“Compensation of experts.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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