Sandra Theroulde

The amicus curiae appointed to assist the self-represented appellant sought to have his fees taxed pursuant to section 684(3) of the Criminal Code.

The Crown argued that the fees should be paid at the standard Legal Aid rate.

The Deputy Registrar found that the case was complex and difficult, and that the requested rate of $235 per hour was reasonable given counsel's expertise.

The fees were taxed at the requested rate.

The amicus curiae, appointed to assist the appellant in a complex first-degree murder appeal, submitted his accounts for taxation.

The Attorney General paid the accounts at the Legal Aid rate, while the amicus sought two-thirds of his private rate ($200-$235 per hour).

The Deputy Registrar found the requested hourly rates reasonable given the complexity of the case and the amicus's expertise, but reduced the travel time rate to $100 per hour.