Charge Type Code Table

This code table populates drop-down lists that can be found in the designated snap-ins of the following session types:

Finding the Charge Type Code Table

1. In the Administrative Tools group of the Explorer toolbar, click System Administration.
2. Select Code Tables | Cases | Charges | Charge Type.
   The Charge Type code table will be displayed in the Charge Type snap-in.

Creating Charge Type Codes

1. Add a new record.

2. Select or type all required and relevant data for each available field. Some fields may be required while others are not.
   • Code: Type a brief, unique code used to reference the corresponding item description.
   • Description: Type a description that the user will view in the lists populated by this code table.
   • MasterCode: Select the correct code.

     Note: By default there are five Master Codes available. These can be configured to fit your organization's needs. For example, they might be configured as "Indictment", "Complaint", "Information", "Plea Agreement", etc.

   • Default: Select this check box to use this code as the default for the type selected.
   • Notes: Type any related notes in this free-text field.
   • Activation Date: Type or select the date from which the code will be in use.
   • Expiration Date: Type or select the date upon which the code will become inactive.

3. Save the session.