(a) If advisable in a specific proceeding, a court may appoint an auditor, surveyor, court reporter, assistant counsel for the State, counsel for a party if authorized by law or rule, accountant, magistrate, examiner, or other officer, and may require his presence in court. (b) A special officer shall receive the compensation provided by this subsection: (1) Auditor -- Reasonable compensation as set by the court, but not less than $15 for stating an account. (2) Assistant counsel for the State or counsel for a party -- The amount set by the court but in Baltimore City no appearance fees in a criminal case unless taxed against and paid by the accused as costs. (3) Surveyor or assistant surveyor -- The fee charged by members of the Maryland Society of Surveyors in the county for similar services. (4) Other officer -- Reasonable compensation as set by the court. (c) A special officer’s fee may be taxed as costs or paid by the county.
Maryland Legal Code