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
At present cases legal aid is available for all cases which will be
dealt with by the Crown Court.
Prison Law
A limited amount of free advice and assistance is available for the
majority of matters relating to prison law.
