Criminal Legal Aid
/ˈkrɪmɪnəl ˈliːɡəl eɪd/
Definitions
- (n.) Government-provided legal assistance ensuring representation for defendants unable to afford private counsel in criminal proceedings.
The defendant qualified for criminal legal aid to cover her defense costs.
Forms
- criminal legal aid
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Commentary
Often governed by statutory frameworks specifying eligibility criteria and scope; important to differentiate from civil legal aid.
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