Police Station
All
advice and assistance whilst at the police station can be provided free of charge.
Youth Court
All youths appearing before the youth court will be eligible for legal aid if the case is sufficiently serious
to justify it. Please contact us if you require assistance.
Magistrates'
Court
Legal aid may be available to cover the costs of representation in the the Magistrates' Court. This
is subject to two tests, firstly whether the case is sufficiently serious to justify it; and secondly an assesment of income
and capital.
Anyone in receipt of JSA, ESA or income support will automatically satisfy the second test.
Thomas
Simpson Solicitors Ltd will be happy to advise you whether you will be eligible for legal aid. If you are not eligible
we will be able to provide you with a quote for representing you.
Crown Court
Legal aid is available for all cases which will be dealt with by the Crown Court. However some people
may have to pay a contribution towards the costs of their defence. The amount of the contribution depend on an assesment
of income and capital.
