The interaction of state and federal criminal jurisdiction can lead to complexities at sentencing. The sentencing memo found at this link outlines consequences with which you should be familiar.
The National Academy of Sciences released a report in
2009 that was critical of virtually all forensic science used in criminal
cases. You can see their press release and the summary of that report by
clicking on the links below.
Press Release
Forensic Science Report
The Legislature approved an $11 million dollar supplemental appropriation for PDS on Tuesday, 18 May 2010. We anticipate approval by Governor Manchin.
Please continue to send your vouchers.
Director, PDS
The proposed appellate rules will change appellate practice in some critical areas; please see the memos from Greg Ayers and Ira Mickenberg for commentary. These memos have not yet been forwarded to the Court. You are encouraged to draft your own comments for submission to the Supreme Court.
Both the attorney voucher and the direct expense voucher and court orders have been revised. Please use the new vouchers and court orders when filing claims.
See background information regarding drug courts here; note that your local drug court may have different procedures or forms than shown here.
To see revised investigator direct expense policy click here.
The Indigent Defense Commission Report is now available. Click here to view
Mileage rate has changed from 44.5 center to 40.5 cents per mile. Click here to see memo.
Click here to track your Appointed Counsel and Direct Expense Vouchers.