When is Representation on a Case Concluded?

From the Assigned Counsel Manuel (ACM)

N. DETERMINING WHEN REPRESENTATION IS CONCLUDED

1. Criminal, Juvenile Delinquency, Youthful Offender and SDP Proceedings

In the above proceedings, representation is considered concluded for billing purposes

as of the date of any of the following events:

a. default of client

b. disposition hearing*

c. plea hearing or trial*

d. attorney withdraws from the case

e. attorney reports case to Bar Advocate program or CPCS for reassignment

*Even if a client is placed on probation, or given a continuance without a finding, the conclusion of the case for billing purposes is the date of the hearing or court decision, not the end-date of the probationary term.

(Ref: ACM Chapter 5, Section N)