Such stenographer when so employed shall be allowed the same compensation as a stenographer appointed by the superior court who is not on salary and shall be reimbursed for his actual expenses when away from home, and the same shall be paid by the state; provided that the court, in its discretion, may charge such stenographic expense to the parties involved or may apportion such stenographic expense among the state and the parties involved if, in the judgment of the court, the financial circumstances of the parties warrant such a change or apportionment.