The AFKA Legal Assistance program is available to provide financial assistance for foster and kinship caregivers (who are approved placement providers) and their adult children when charged with a criminal offence (abuse) under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act against a foster/kinship child they have cared for or are caring for.
Youth are entitled to a free lawyer through Legal Aid (1-866-845-3425). When you contact Legal Aid, they will explain more about the process for you. You can visit the following website for more information on the Youth Justice System: https://www.albertacourts.ca/pc/areas-of-law/youth
Under this program you have the right to access payment assistance (should you meet eligibility requirements) for legal counsel of up to $100.00 per hour to a maximum of $15,000.00 including disbursements.
*Please note: this program will not cover legal expenses for appeals.*
Any documents provided to determine eligibility in this program are to be submitted directly to our Executive Director, Melissa Jones.
You can contact Melissa by phone by calling 780-429-9923.
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