Public Defender Expense Reimbursement
Reimbursement of expenses for state employees, including employees of public defender offices, is governed by G.S. 138-6.
Lodging/Meals: For all travel completed on or after July 1, 2023, the following list details the various rates of subsistence per day. Please keep in mind that the reimbursement for hotel/lodging is the actual room rate up to the allowance shown plus actual taxes. Hotel receipts are required. Meals are reimbursed at one per diem per overnight stay. Meal receipts are not required.
Mileage: The mileage reimbursement rate is $.625 per mile effective September 01, 2022.
| Effective July 1, 2023 | In-State | Out-of-State |
| Meal Breakfast Lunch Dinner Total | $10.10 $13.30 $23.10 $46.50 | $10.10 $13.30 $26.30 $49.70 |
| Lodging (actual, up to) | $89.10 + tax | $105.20 + tax |
Other: Any other travel-related expenses (e.g., parking) must be supported by receipts.