The Member is correct on the financial side of the criteria. For instance, if you come from a high income society and it is established that you are unable to secure legal counsel, legal aid could be extended to you. If you are in danger of going to jail or of losing your job, this also makes you eligible for legal aid along with the financial criteria which the Member has outlined. There may be a requirement to pay it back, especially if you are a good consistent wage earner.
Stephen Kakfwi on Committee Motion 77-12(3): To Adopt Recommendation 14
In the Legislative Assembly on March 2nd, 1993. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 77-12(3): To Adopt Recommendation 14
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 1st, 1993
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