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TCA 40-14-206

Rules to be prescribed by supreme court

FELONYFelony

What does this charge mean?

This statute gives Tennessee's Supreme Court the power to write rules that explain what expenses appointed attorneys can be reimbursed for, how much compensation they should receive, and what paperwork they need to submit. The Supreme Court can also create other rules to help the system work fairly and protect the public interest.

Penalty Details

ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
The supreme court shall prescribe by rule the nature of the expenses for which reimbursement may be allowed under this part, and the limitations on and conditions for reimbursement as it deems appropriate and in the public interest, subject to this part. The rules shall also specify the form and content of applications for reimbursement or compensation to be filed under this part. The court may adopt other rules with regard to the accomplishment of the purposes of this part as it deems appropriate in the public interest. The rules shall provide for compensation for appointed counsel, not otherwise compensated, in all cases where appointment of counsel is required by law.
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TCA Section40-14-206