Massachusetts S1168 sets rates for transcripts of notes and fees taken at a trial or hearing.

Massachusetts S1168 amends Chapter 221 of the General Laws to establish fees for transcripts of notes and audio recordings taken at trials or hearings. The transcriber will charge $4.50 per page for the original transcript and $1.50 per page for each copy, with reduced rates for indigent persons. Rush transcripts will cost $6.75 per page for the original and $2.25 per page for each copy, with lower rates for indigent persons. The rates will adjust annually based on the Consumer Price Index starting July 2030.

Massachusetts S1168 sets rates for transcripts of notes and fees taken at a trial or hearing.

Massachusetts S1168 amends Chapter 221 of the General Laws to establish fees for transcripts of notes and audio recordings taken at trials or hearings. The transcriber will charge $4.50 per page for the original transcript and $1.50 per page for each copy, with reduced rates for indigent persons. Rush transcripts will cost $6.75 per page for the original and $2.25 per page for each copy, with lower rates for indigent persons. The rates will adjust annually based on the Consumer Price Index starting July 2030.