July 15, 2009

Hot off the press from LSS

We've recently completed two booklets in the "What to Do If You Are Charged with…" series: there is a new booklet called What to Do If You Are Charged with a Breach of a Court Order, and What to Do If You Are Charged with Assault has been revised and updated.

Each of these booklets describes what happens if someone is charged with one of these offences. They are intended for people who plan to represent themselves in court because they want to plead not guilty to the charge, aren't covered by legal aid, and can’t afford a lawyer. (Breach charges are no longer covered by legal aid, even if the individual faces other outstanding charges or risks jail.) These guides describe what the offences are, what the prosecutor must prove in court, how the accused can defend themselves, and what their possible sentences could be if they are found guilty.