criminal advantages of access to justice
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right to legal representation
Defendants have the right to a lawyer, supported by legal aid where eligible under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012. This helps ensure individuals can properly defend themselves, even if they cannot afford private representation.
free early legal advice (duty solicitors)
Individuals arrested or attending court can access free legal advice through duty solicitors. This is crucial because it allows immediate access to justice at the earliest stage, not just at trial.
right to appeal
Access to higher courts like the Court of Appeal means individuals are not stuck with a potentially unfair decision. This extends access to justice beyond the first trial.
clear police safeguards
Under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, suspects have: The right to legal advice, The right to be informed of charges. These ensure individuals can access justice from the moment of arrest, not just later in court.