Someone asks for a consultation with a duty solicitor?

Request for a consultation with a duty solicitor - Section 44, Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016

Who will contact you?

The police will contact the SCL.

What does the Code require?

N/A

How will you get paid?

The SCL will provide the advice by telephone where the arrested person has not already instructed a solicitor for the case.

What happens if you aren't available?

N/A