Cal. Civ. Code § 36-96.19
Witness fees.
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Witnesses summoned by a subpoena under this chapter shall be entitled to the same witness and mileage fees as witnesses in proceedings in the courts of the Commonwealth. Fees payable to a witness summoned by a subpoena issued at the request of a party shall be paid by that party or, where a party is unable to pay the fees, by the Board.
Virginia Code § 36-96.19 establishes that witnesses called by subpoena in fair housing proceedings are entitled to the same witness and mileage fees that apply in Virginia court proceedings. When a subpoena is issued at a specific party's request, that party is responsible for paying those fees. If the requesting party cannot afford the fees, the Virginia Fair Housing Board covers the cost instead.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Va. Code § 36-96.19, property owners or managers who request subpoenas to compel witness testimony in a fair housing proceeding should be aware that they bear financial responsibility for the associated witness and mileage fees. Compliant operators generally account for these potential costs when preparing for a hearing. Familiarity with this fee structure helps ensure that witness-related obligations are met without procedural complications.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Va. Code § 36-96.19 provides that if you are a party to a fair housing proceeding and request a subpoena for a witness, you are generally responsible for that witness's fees and mileage. Importantly, the provision includes a financial hardship exception — if a party cannot pay those fees, the Virginia Fair Housing Board may cover them instead. Tenants navigating a fair housing complaint may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand how this fee structure applies to their participation in a proceeding.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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