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Remember to send CRM12 applications by the deadline if you want to make changes for the next duty solicitor rota starting on 1 October 2020.
We have new guidance and advice about our secure file exchange platform for the online transfer of information and documents.
New guidance available to help identify evidence needed when submitting applications involving complex means assessments.
We are updating our guidance to reflect regulatory changes on the new Stalking Protection Orders which are being introduced from 20 January 2020.
Process for logging issues with the operation of the Defence Solicitor Call Centre (DSCC)
We have made amendments to the 2017 Standard Crime Contract because of new rules introducing a right to review Parole Board decisions.
Debt enforcement company Rossendales has changed its name to Marston Holdings.
Digital claim form DCO2 must now be used for all magistrates' claims over £2,000 and all Crown Court claims.
Workshops demonstrating how to submit the correct electronic evidence when claiming for Crown Court work are to be rolled out in the coming months.
Updated digital claim forms for court appointee and defendant's cost order work must be used from 1 February 2019.
Amendments have been made to the Advocates’ Graduated Fee Scheme which take effect from 31 December 2018.
Duty solicitors should carry and produce proof of identity on request when attending a police station.
The government will spend an additional £23 million on fees for criminal defence advocates following consultation with the Bar.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Digital claim form CA1 must be used for all court appointee claims from 1 January 2019.
Use 0300 200 2020 for crime billing enquiries from 17 September 2018
How to claim following the LGFS judgment
All Crown Court sites in line to be equipped with the new Digital Case System multi-hander solution between 30 July and 3 September 2018.
HMA Emma Hopkins OBE remarks on the need to tackle trafficking in human beings during a regional UK-led seminar.
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