Many attorneys ask if there are instructions to assist commissioners in their duties.
There are instructions, and they are provided here for your information. Unlike jury instructions, use of these are entirely within the discretion of the trial judge. The law provides that when an interest in property is needed for a public purpose, the owners of the property must be compensated to the extent of the value, if any, for the interest taken. If an agreement about the amount of the damage as a result of the taking cannot be reached between the condemnor and the owners, then an action is filed in court and a commission of three persons is appointed to decide the correct amount to be paid. You have been chosen to serve as commissioners in this case, if you are qualified.