👨⚖️ Chapter 7: The Justice System
What is available to someone who cannot afford a lawyer?
Correct answer: Legal aid services
A A refund of all court fees
B An automatic delay of the trial
C A police officer to speak for them
✓ Legal aid services
💡 Explanation
People unable to pay for a lawyer can turn to legal aid services.
Key facts to remember
- Lawyers advise on legal problems and represent people in court
- Legal aid services exist in most communities
- Legal aid is free or low cost for those who cannot pay
Why this is the answer
From the official Discover Canada study guide — 7.5.1 Getting Legal Help:
A lawyer can advise you on a legal problem and can also act for you in court. Cost stops many people from getting that help, so there is an answer built into the system. In most communities across Canada there are legal aid services. They are free, or they charge only a small fee, for people who cannot afford a lawyer of their own. If you face a legal problem and have very little money, look for the legal aid service in your area before you give up on getting advice. Being able to get help matters.
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