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1. Untimely Submission
Vouchers should be submitted within 45 days of final disposition of the case in District Court. |
2. Incorrect Hourly Rates
Rates are posted here. Note: for vouchers submitted in the Chattanooga and Knoxville divisions, if different rates are applicable, a separate voucher and itemized time sheets must be submitted for each pay rate. |
3. Incorrect Mileage Rates
Rates are posted here. |
4. Failure to Itemize Expenses
All expenses, including travel, must be itemized. |
5. Failure to Attach Receipts
A receipt is required for any expense in excess of $50. |
6. Incorrect Reporting of Time
Time must be reported in hours and tenths of an hour (e.g., 1.8, not 1.75) and must be listed in the correct category: block 15 for In Court time and block 16 for Out of Court time. |
7. Mathematical Errors
Double check your calculations before submitting your voucher. |
8. Failure to Attach CJA 26
CJA 20 vouchers for payment in excess of the statutory case maximum must be accompanied with a CJA 26 form (Supplemental Information Statement for a Compensation Claim in Excess of the Statutory Case Compensation Maximum). |
9. Lack of Prior Authorization
Prior authorization is required for expert services over $500 claimed on a CJA 21 voucher. |
10. CJA 21 Voucher Incomplete
The provider's social security number or tax identification number must be included. |
| For more information, take a look at our CJA Voucher Guidelines |
