People v. Walker

OPINION OF THE COURT

David Stadtmauer, J.

Assigned counsel submits vouchers with respect to his representation of an indigent defendant. The claim is for 255.5 hours expended in court and 137 hours expended out of court, for a total of $13,490.

The charges against the defendant were serious and included a count of murder in the second degree. The defense was vigorous and resulted in a complete acquittal. To the extent indicated, it cannot be denied that counsel provided valuable services to the defendant.

In determining a proper allowance for counsel, the court must look not only at the hours…