
Access Pro Bono Summary Advice re: BC's Mental Health Act
This is part of APB's Summary Advice Program. Volunteer lawyers offer free 30-minute legal advice appointments by telephone to individuals detained under the Mental Health Act (or their family members). Topics include the meaning of being certified under the Act, applying for a review, legal tests & procedures at the review hearing, and preparing for a hearing. Book an appointment online or leave a voicemail message.
View website- topic
- Health
- type of service
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Legal advice, representation or advocacy
- phone
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1-877-762-6664 (toll free)
Online triage form: https://www.accessprobono.ca/get-legal-help
604-878-7400
- location
- All of BC
- language support
- English
- service restriction
- For individuals detained under BC's Mental Health Act or their family members. For low and modest income individuals in BC. Cannot assist with emergency issues. Appointments are booked weeks in advance, dependent on volunteers availability.
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