Annual reviews

For legal aid to be granted for an annual review the following tests must be satisfied:

• the applicant meets the means test, and
• the applicant meets guideline 2 – Dangerous Prisoners (Sexual Offenders) Act 2003, and
• with the exception of respondents to an application by the Attorney-General, the applicants meets the merits test.

Application received from client

Applicants seeking a grant of legal assistance should forward all of the following documents for assessment:

• A completed and signed Legal Aid Queensland application form.
• Proof of income and assets (refer to the means test).
• Copies of any relevant court documentation.

Application received from preferred supplier or in-house practitioner

Practitioners seeking a grant of legal assistance should electronically submit an application for aid via the Grants Online system with:

• Copies of any relevant court documentation, if available.
• Proof of income and assets (refer to the means test).

Practitioners must also ensure that the following documents are retained on file:

• A completed and signed Legal Aid Queensland application form.

Representation for dangerous prisoners matters will be provided on an in-house basis unless there is a conflict of interest.

The grant of aid for representation on annual review pursuant to the Dangerous Prisoners (Sexual Offenders) Act 2003 is a DP4.

A decision to refuse legal aid for this type of matter may be appealed to the external review officer (refer to review of decisions).