Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 1986

The Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 1986 is a law that governs the provision of legal assistance in Scotland. It enables individuals who cannot afford legal costs to access legal advice, representation, and assistance through publicly funded schemes. The Act sets out eligibility criteria based on income and circumstances and establishes the framework for administering legal aid services, including how they are managed and overseen by the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Its purpose is to ensure that everyone, regardless of financial situation, has fair access to justice.