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Program:
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Legal Aid Ontario - Northwestern Ontario - Thunder Bay Courthouse - Criminal Duty Counsel
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Phone Numbers:
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807-577-1005
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-668-8258
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TTY:
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1-800-855-0511
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Address:
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125 Brodie St N
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 0A3
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Location:
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- Located at Brodie St N in the S ward of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at Brodie St N and Miles St E
- Situated near Paterson Park
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Gives immediate legal assistance to individuals who appear in court for criminal matters without a lawyerProvides information about legal rights, obligation and the court processProvides assistance in the courtroom for bail hearings and sentencingAssists with diversions, guilty pleas and sentencingHelps determine if further duty counsel services are required or if the matter requires Legal Aid Ontario's assistance in retaining a lawyerProvides assistance in specialized courts such as:- Mental health
- Drug treatment
- Domestic violence
- Aboriginal persons (Gladue) court
Note: Criminal duty counsel cannot assist with trials
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Application:
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Call the application line or apply through the website
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Must meet low income criteria
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay
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Last Updated:
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12/16/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=212899
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