Applicants not represented at the first non-custody appearance

Question: If they were not remanded in custody and are appearing from liberty at the deferred sentence, can Interests of Justice ABWOR be provided?

Answer:  Yes – ABWOR can be provided under Regulation 6 (interests of Justice).

Question: The applicant was not represented at the first non-custody appearance, and is seeking ABWOR for deferred sentence. Can I of J ABWOR be provided?

Answer:  Yes - ABWOR can be provided under Regulation 6 (interests of Justice).

Relevant legal aid guidance: ABWOR where client is not appearing from custody – when is it available?