Does PDS pay for guardian-ad-litem proceeding?
• A. NO for the following GAL proceedings: • Incapacitated adults pursuant to W.Va. Code, et seq (Contact the Supreme Court); • Incarcerated persons pursuant to Rule 21of the West Virginia Trial Court Rules; • Domestic violence proceedings for protective orders pursuant to W.Va. Code 48-2A-1, et seq; • Reciprocal support proceedings pursuant to W.Va. Code 48A-7-1; • Guardian or Conservator appointments pursuant to W.Va. Code Chapter 44A. • Protected Persons. YES for the following: • Juvenile defendants (GAL of abused/neglected juvenile(s), delinquency, incorrigibility; or other criminal charges). *See amendments to Rules 21 & 39 of the West Virginia Trial Court Rules. Top of page • Q. Who should be billed for proceedings and expenses where more than one state agency will reimburse? • A. The presiding Judge for that particular proceeding may decide but only one state agency should be billed for legal services and/or expenses. Top of page • Q. Does PDS pay for sexual offender assessments
