Review of the Magistrates’ Courts and County Court Appeals (Criminal Legal Aid) (Costs) Rules (Northern Ireland) 2009

Consultation opened on 12 November 2012. Closing date 08 February 2013.

Summary

This consultation proposes options for reform to fees payable under the Magistrates’ Courts and County Court Appeals (Criminal Legal Aid) (Costs) Rules (Northern Ireland) 2009.

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Consultation description

 The proposals relate to magistrates’ courts fees only. Two of the options are derived from the current system by removing provisions for a higher guilty plea fee and “Very High Cost Case” fees. The third option is an adaptation of the system that exists in Scotland where, primarily, a single fee is payable. The consultation ends on 8 February 2013.

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