- (a) A Crime Victims Compensation Appeals Board is established in the Court. The Chief Judge shall appoint 5 members to the Board from among the membership of the Commission. Board members shall serve at the Chief Judge’s pleasure, reflect a variety of disciplines, and include at least 1 attorney. The Chief Judge shall designate 1 member to serve as the Board’s Chairperson, and may appoint qualified members of the Commission to serve as alternates on the Board when Board members are not available.
- (b) Board members shall serve without compensation but may receive reimbursement for expenses in a manner and amount to be determined by the Court.
- (c) The Board shall meet at least quarterly to hear appeals in contested cases as provided in § 4-517(d).
History
Apr. 9, 1997, D.C. Law 11-243, § 6, 44 DCR 1142
Apr. 6, 2023, D.C. Law 24-341, § 102(e)
Emergency Legislation
See note to § 4-501.
Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 3-425.