Get How To Request A Fee-cap Waiver - Virginia State Bar - Vsb

This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to completing the How To Request A Fee-Cap Waiver form for court-appointed counsel in Virginia. By following these instructions, you will be able to navigate the process easily, ensuring that your request is submitted correctly.

Follow the steps to fill out the form correctly.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it for editing.
2. Identify the court type—General District Court, Circuit Court, or Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court—for which you are requesting the fee-cap waiver.
3. Fill in the vendor invoice number, case number, and the name of the defendant accurately.
4. In the section for listing charges, provide information about the charge(s) at the time of appointment, ensuring to note the relevant code section.
5. Detail the date of appointment, the date the case concluded, and include the name and address of the attorney.
6. Check the applicable boxes to indicate whether you are requesting a supplemental statutory waiver or a fee for additional waiver.
7. Provide a detailed explanation for your request for waiver, including the reasons that support your claim.
8. Attach Form DC-40, LIST OF ALLOWANCES, and the attorney time sheet that documents time expended on the case.
9. Sign and date the application, providing your VSB member number.
10. Submit the completed form to the appropriate court.
11. Ensure to keep a copy for your records once the forms are filled out.

Complete your waiver request and submit the form online for a smoother process.