Texas Notice to CJA Panel Attorneys Regarding Availability of Investigative, Expert and Other Services is a document issued by the Texas Office of Court Administration (OCT) to inform CJA Panel Attorneys of the availability of investigative, expert and other services. This notice is used to ensure that all CJA Panel Attorneys are aware of the resources and services available to them through the OCT and other agencies. The Texas Notice to CJA Panel Attorneys Regarding Availability of Investigative, Expert and Other Services usually includes information about the types of services available, the qualifications of the individuals providing the services, and any applicable fees. It also outlines the procedures for obtaining the services and the requirements for payment of fees. The types of Texas Notice to CJA Panel Attorneys Regarding Availability of Investigative, Expert and Other Services include: • Pre-trial Investigations: Pre-trial investigations are conducted to gather information and evidence about a case that can be used by the attorney during the trial. • Expert Testimony: Expert testimony is used to provide expert analysis and opinion regarding a specific subject. • Court Appointed Counsel: Court appointed counsel are attorneys appointed by the court to represent indigent defendants. • Court Appointed Expert Witnesses: Expert witnesses are appointed by the court to provide testimony regarding a specific subject. • Court Appointed Investigators: Investigators are appointed by the court to investigate criminal activity or gather evidence. • Court Appointed Interpreters: Interpreters are appointed by the court to provide interpretation services to parties that do not speak English.