HB397 amends Hawaii law to set a $2,000 compensation for examiners of indigent criminal defendants.

HB397 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to establish a $2,000 compensation for individuals conducting or assisting in the examination of indigent criminal defendants. This compensation covers the examination, report drafting, consultation, preparation, testimony, and court attendance. The bill also appropriates $975,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support these activities. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.

HB397 amends Hawaii law to set a $2,000 compensation for examiners of indigent criminal defendants.

HB397 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to establish a $2,000 compensation for individuals conducting or assisting in the examination of indigent criminal defendants. This compensation covers the examination, report drafting, consultation, preparation, testimony, and court attendance. The bill also appropriates $975,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support these activities. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.