Texas HB1445 amends compensation rules for appointed counsel representing indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile cases.

Texas HB1445 modifies the compensation rules for attorneys appointed to represent indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile proceedings. The bill requires fee schedules to include reasonable fixed rates or minimum and maximum hourly rates, considering overhead costs and attorney availability. It mandates a form for attorneys to itemize services performed, with no payment made until this form is submitted. The bill also outlines procedures for reviewing and appealing payment decisions by judges or program directors.

Texas HB1445 amends compensation rules for appointed counsel representing indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile cases.

Texas HB1445 modifies the compensation rules for attorneys appointed to represent indigent individuals in criminal and juvenile proceedings. The bill requires fee schedules to include reasonable fixed rates or minimum and maximum hourly rates, considering overhead costs and attorney availability. It mandates a form for attorneys to itemize services performed, with no payment made until this form is submitted. The bill also outlines procedures for reviewing and appealing payment decisions by judges or program directors.