WASHINGTON, Dec. 3 — The Supreme Court today rejected the claim of an attorney who represented Charles Manson at his Los Angeles murder trial for compensation out of public funds.

Manson chose Irving H. Kanarek as his lawyer after turning down the offer of a court-appointed attorney.

Kanarek’s bill for his services was rejected by state courts.

Urging the high court to deny review, County Counsel John H. Larson said the matter was agreed to privately between Manson and Kanarek, and the trial judge was not consulted. Therefore, Larson said, it cannot be claimed that Manson was denied the counsel of his choice.

Manson was convicted in the Sharon Tate murders.