If You Can’t Get Legal Aid for Your Criminal Trial

If You Can’t Get Legal Aid for Your Criminal Trial

How to Make a Rowbotham Application

For people facing serious and complex criminal charges who have been denied legal aid but can’t afford a lawyer. Explains why, how, and when to ask the judge to appoint a free lawyer. Includes a checklist of points to cover in court and copies of the necessary court forms.

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This resource is for people who are comfortable reading and may have some legal knowledge.

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