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LSLAP Policies on Criminal Law (1:X) (view source)
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It is important to note that all cases are contingent on the approval of LSLAP’s supervising lawyer. For trials, LSLAP is only able to help if the student is able to secure a volunteer supervising lawyer for the trial. | It is important to note that all cases are contingent on the approval of LSLAP’s supervising lawyer. For trials, LSLAP is only able to help if the student is able to secure a volunteer supervising lawyer for the trial. | ||
== B. What we can do for our | == B. What we can do for our Clients == | ||
=== 1. If the | === 1. If the Client Meets LSLAP Requirements === | ||
* LSLAP clinicians may provide assistance to clients including: | * LSLAP clinicians may provide assistance to clients including: | ||
* helping the accused obtain particulars and set trial dates; | * helping the accused obtain particulars and set trial dates; | ||
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* applying for a diversion or peace bond for the client. | * applying for a diversion or peace bond for the client. | ||
=== 2. If the | === 2. If the Client Does Not Meet LSLAP Requirements === | ||
LSLAP clinicians may assist the client solely by providing the client with a referral. No advice should be given. If the client wishes to review a decision denying Legal Aid, LSLAP may be able to assist with this review | LSLAP clinicians may assist the client solely by providing the client with a referral. No advice should be given. If the client wishes to review a decision denying Legal Aid, LSLAP may be able to assist with this review. | ||
=== 3. What to | === 3. What to Do if LSLAP Cannot Represent a Client === | ||
Clients should be encouraged to find counsel as quickly as possible. If an accused must appear in court and has not yet found counsel, they should ask for an adjournment. It is common for the court to allow an adjournment for several weeks to permit the accused to obtain counsel after the first appearance. | Clients should be encouraged to find counsel as quickly as possible. If an accused must appear in court and has not yet found counsel, they should ask for an adjournment. It is common for the court to allow an adjournment for several weeks to permit the accused to obtain counsel after the first appearance. | ||
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