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Introduction to Criminal Law (1:I) (view source)
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* ''Identification of Criminals Act'', RSC, 1985, c I-1. | * ''Identification of Criminals Act'', RSC, 1985, c I-1. | ||
* ''DNA Identification Act'', SC 1998, c 37. | * ''DNA Identification Act'', SC 1998, c 37. | ||
===Legal Aid=== | |||
The Legal Services Society of B.C. (LSS) is the only source of criminal legal aid in British Columbia. Legal Aid’s purpose is to provide free representation for financially eligible accused persons (low-income individuals), who are charged with certain offences. The Society will provide a retainer to a lawyer chosen by the eligible client in private practice who will provide legal assistance on a contract basis. The Society will also assist the eligible applicant in finding a lawyer if needed. | |||
A wide range of booklets and pamphlets covering various legal problems and legal rights are also available from LSS offices. This material is free. | |||
The client should be advised to contact Legal Aid directly at (604) 408-2172. See Chapter 23: Referrals, or the blue pages of the phone book, for more information. | |||