Clause Code : RB3

Appropriateness of spending limited public funds (merits test) - level 2

Clause type: Refusal

Solicitor clause wording

- Your client does not meet the appropriateness of spending limited public funds test as we consider the benefit your client will receive from having a lawyer appointed does not justify the costs that would be involved in providing the assistance.

Client clause wording

• You do not meet the appropriateness of spending limited public funds test as we consider the benefit you will receive from having a lawyer represent you does not justify the costs that would be involved in providing the assistance.