Suspension of Payments of CJA vouchers

On Monday, October 20, 2025, the federal judiciary entered Phase 2 of the government shutdown. During this period, the judiciary is required to abide by the terms of the Antideficiency Act, 31 U.S.C. § § 1341, et seq. New authorizations of service providers or case-related travel that was not previously approved and that is necessary for the immediate or continued provision of representational services will continue. However, while panel attorneys, service providers, and court reporters may continue to submit CJA vouchers through the eVoucher system, the vouchers will not be processed for disbursement until the judiciary receives funding through the enactment of a continuing resolution or full year appropriation.

The Criminal Justice Act (CJA) (United States Code: Title 18, § 3006A) provides federal funds for attorneys, experts, and services necessary for the adequate representation of indigent defendants. In the District of Connecticut, the CJA Unit of the Clerk's Office administers the CJA.

In addition to overseeing payment to counsel and experts, the CJA Unit serves as a resource for panel members in their representation of indigent clients.

For news and announcements please visit the court's main News & Announcements page.

All inquiries and claims for payments should be emailed to evoucher_helpdesk@ctd.uscourts.gov or you may call: