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19 Mar 2021
In October 2020 the Legal Aid NSW Board approved a policy allowing for representation in some criminal Contempt of Court matters.
Previously, Legal Aid NSW eligibility policies aid did not cover matters relating to criminal contempt of court. Contempt matters were dealt with on a case-by-case basis. In October 2020, the Legal Aid NSW Board approved a policy allowing for representation in some criminal contempt matters to ensure that people who are at risk of gaol can access legal aid.
Legal aid is available for the following contempt matters:
The means and/or merit tests apply. Details of the policy can be found on Crime policy 2.9 Criminal contempt of court.
The Contempt of Court policy applies to applications determined on or after 22 March 2021.
Email Aideen McGarrigle from Client Eligibility Unit or phone 02 9219 5701.
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