Legal Aid Scheme

/ˈliːɡəl eɪd skiːm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A government or institutional program designed to provide financial assistance or legal representation to those unable to afford legal services.
    The legal aid scheme ensures access to justice for low-income individuals.

Forms

  • legal aid scheme
  • legal aid schemes

Commentary

Typically, legal aid schemes are structured to balance eligibility criteria and funding, ensuring equitable access to legal representation for disadvantaged populations.

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