Compounding charge timelines run from complaint service, preventing enhanced charges for promptly filed accused applications.

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....Compounding charges under the 2024 Guidelines must be calculated by reference to actual service of the prosecution complaint where charge enhancement depends on application timing. The requirement that a complaint be served within 15 days supports a fair and prompt opportunity to seek compounding, including for pending applications. Accordingly, the 12-month period for the enhanced rate runs from service on the accused, not the complaint's filing date. Applications filed within 12 months of service attract the normal rate, without the 50% enhancement; charges must be recomputed accordingly.....