VLA and CLC (not finished - tyoes of assistance for clc

Question 1

what is the VLA?

Answer 1

A government agency that provides free legal, advice, information and representation. They advocate for a fair, just and inclusive society

Question 2

what types of assistance does the VLA provide for the accused?

Answer 2

• free legal information (website)
• free legal advice for those who committed a criminal offence in the magistrate’s court, children’s court (general access dependent on income)
• duty lawyer services, a lawyer that could give general advice about processes or represent the accused in magistrate’s court, this is only available to those who satisfy the income test.
• grants of legal assistance, lwayer for those who cannot afford it, accused must satisfy means test.

Question 3

what type of assistance does the VLA provide for victims?

Answer 3

• legal aid
• duty lawyer service,
• grants of legal assistance, for victims in crimes in limited matters. e.g. applying for family violence protection order or personal safety intervention order.

Question 4

what is the CLC?

Answer 4

independent organisations that provide free legal services, has a relationship with VLA to ensure people are recieving legal support.

2 types:
- generalist clc, broad legal services to a certain geographical area
- specialist clc, specific group or area of law

Question 5

what is the role of clc?

Answer 5

• provide legal info, advice and assistance in cases
• provide legal education to community
• advocate for changes in justice system

Question 6

how to be eligible for clc?

Answer 6

• if other assistance is available
• if there is good chance of success
• if clc is available (many help with minor ciminal matters)
• type of legal matter it is

Amy SAT