Criminal legal aid

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The guide to reduce CRM14 rejects including evidence requirements, when you will need to complete a CRM15 and amending representation orders.

The COVID Hardship claims document will provide information on Litigator and Advocate claims under the Hardship criteria for all claims with representation orders dated 1st May 2020.

The prison law guide explains what matters are in scope under the 2017 Standard Crime Contract. It covers advice and assistance and advocacy assistance, financial eligibility, how to apply, rates of payment, and how to claim.

Crime Applications

Magistrates Court Billing

Crown Court Billing AGFS/LGFS

Criminal Cases Unit (CCU)

CRM12 Duty Solicitor Applications

Prison Law

Crime processing dates

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CWA

All claims for controlled work must be submitted via CWA.

CWA is a digital billing service that contains all providers’ contracts and schedules. It’s used to make claiming simpler and more efficient, eg allows and validates monthly submissions online and calculates fees.

To access CWA, log in to LAA online.

CWA detailed user guides

CWA quick guides

Submit a CWA claim online

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Secure File Exchange

Secure File Exchange (SFE) has been certified by the National Cyber Security Centre. It allows you to submit large files digitally rather than by post or email. SFE is supplied by Galaxkey, an online platform. You do not need to download any software to access it.

Secure file exchange

Ministry of Justice