Pub. Util. Code, § 1803 · Article 5. Intervenor’s Fees and Expenses
Pub. Util. Code, § 1803
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The commission shall award reasonable advocate’s fees, reasonable expert witness fees, and other reasonable costs of preparation for and participation in a hearing or proceeding to any customer who complies with Section 1804 and satisfies both of the following requirements:
(a) The customer’s presentation makes a substantial contribution to the adoption, in whole or in part, of the commission’s order or decision.
(b) Participation or intervention without an award of fees or costs imposes a significant financial hardship.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 942, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1993.
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