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Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative (ReVOII) reminder
The Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative designates specific accused persons to receive dedicated services. This is a reminder to counsel…
Updated Criminal Case Management (CCM) Questionnaire
A simplified and streamlined Criminal Case Management (CCM) Questionnaire is now available for counsel seeking a CCM budget. CCM applies to all…
Better Outcomes for Clients of LABC’s Criminal Law Services
Legal Aid BC (LABC) seeks your input on how we can improve criminal law services for clients with complex needs. As part of a year-long research…
New Criminal Practice Directions
The Provincial Court and Supreme Court have released four new practice directions in relation to criminal matters. The Provincial Court directions…
LABC is introducing a new Legal Aid Navigator Program
This fall, Legal Aid BC is soft launching a program to support our clients with issues not covered by their legal aid contract. The program will…
Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative reminder
The Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative designates specific accused persons to receive dedicated services. This is a reminder to counsel…
Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative
All counsel taking on criminal standard contracts should review the attached fact sheet regarding this new initiative. The Repeat Violent Offending…
Lawyer Initiated Applications for Clients with Criminal Matters
We are pleased to share some news at LABC that will enhance the client and lawyer experience for criminal matters. As many of you have already been…
Impact of Race and Culture Assessments
These reports help the court fashion a fit sentence and identify culturally appropriate resources to support rehabilitation.
Reducing the Administrative Burden on LABC Clients
Applying for legal aid will now be a little easier for some clients who have used our services before.