La. Admin. Code tit. 41 § II-518

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 8, August 20, 2024

Section II-518 - Expenses

A. General. The expenses of a court-martial other than pay and allowances of members and counsel detailed to the court will generally be paid with State funds.

B. Expenses of Witnesses. Subpoenas or other process issued to witnesses will be served as provided by LCMJ Article 46. The process will be accompanied by a letter explaining the penalty for failure to obey the process as outlined in LCMJ Article 47. The letter will also advise the witness of any statutory entitlement to expenses and the procedure for collecting payment. If state funds are to be used for payment of these expenses, the issuing authority will coordinate with the Office of the State Judge Advocate prior to issuing the process and letter.

C. Expenses of Court Reporters and Interpreters. Court reporters and interpreters may be employed when required by the LCMJ or when directed by TAG. A court reporter will not be provided in a non-judicial punishment proceeding or a summary court-martial. Scheduling and compensation of such court reporters and interpreters shall be coordinated by the Office of the State Judge Advocate.

D. Government Transportation. Government transportation will be utilized by counsel and members detailed to the court-marital unless not available. Travel Orders will be issued as appropriate.

La. Admin. Code tit. 41, § II-518

Promulgated in accordance with the Office of the Governor, State Military Department, LR 35:2384 (November 2009).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 29:11(F).