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5. Can I choose a lawyer I trust to represent me under Criminal Legal Aid?

The standard practice is for the Director of Legal Aid to assign lawyers to you. The Director of Legal Aid should only accept nomination of lawyers under exceptional circumstances, such as the nominated lawyer having represented you in lower court(s).

 

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