95Amount of assistance that may be approved

95  Amount of assistance that may be approved

 (1) For costs mentioned in paragraphs 94(1)(a) to (d), a decision-maker may only grant an approval to pay an amount that is reasonable, having regard to the nature of the proceedings, inquest, inquiry or compulsory notice in question.

 (2) When granting an approval that covers the costs of an eligible person’s legal representation, the decision-maker must ensure that any costs approved for counsel fees are consistent with Part 7 (engagement of counsel).

Note: For instance, the amount approved must not be premised on counsel being paid a daily rate that would exceed the caps in section 75 without the Attorney-General’s approval.

Division 5—The decision-making process: considerations relevant to grant of approvals