A judge may assess a special expense fee when granting deferred.

• A. Not allowed
• B. True
• C. Only for certain offenses
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (B)

When a court grants deferred disposition, the judge has the authority to impose conditions to ensure the case runs smoothly and costs are covered. One common condition is a special expense fee, which helps defray court costs and investigative expenses tied to the case. This can be required as part of the deferred disposition, separate from any fines or restitution, and may be waived or reduced based on indigence or other factors. Therefore, the statement is true: a judge may assess a special expense fee when granting deferred. The other options don’t fit because this is a permissible and routine tool in many jurisdictions, not something categorically disallowed or universally inapplicable.