To assess the costs of an officer testifying, the judge may guess at the amount if the peace officer has not provided information to the court of his or her salary.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if the judge is aware of the officer's salary
• D. Not enough information

Answer: (B)

Costs for an officer’s testimony are based on actual expenses and any statutory witness fees or per diem, not on guessing the officer’s salary. The court relies on documented records or published rates (mileage, meals, lodging, and any fixed fees) to determine what is reimbursable. If salary information isn’t provided, the proper course is to obtain it from the agency or apply the standard rates; the judge should not estimate or guess a salary to set the costs. This ensures the amount awarded reflects verifiable costs rather than an improvised figure.