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Cost of Obtaining Evidence
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Some methods cost more than others. Depositions, for example,
can be
formidably expensive because they may involve travel and per diem
for the
prosecutor, defense counsel, defendant, court reporter,
interpreter, and an
agent. Even the expenses of translating a request for assistance
can be
substantial. In some countries, local counsel must be retained to
present
letters rogatory to the court. All such expenses are chargeable to
the office
that prosecutes the case. Be sure funds are available before
making a costly
request.
[cited in USAM 9-13.516] | |