More access to legal advice in B.C.
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More B.C. residents will be able to get government-funded legal advice under a new service from the Legal Services Society.
The Province is reducing eligibility rules, allowing legal aid lawyers to help more people move through the criminal justice system – people who would otherwise have to represent themselves in court for cases that are suitable for early resolution.
Attorney General David Eby says the financial eligibility cut-off is $1,000 higher than for regular legal aid services.
“This new service will work towards ensuring that British Columbians have equal access to justice,” said David Eby, Attorney General. “Increasing access to justice is one more way we are making life better for people in B.C., particularly those who are underserved or marginalized.”
