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Claim allowances as a witness who attended court on behalf of the defence
- Published on: 15 February 2018
- Last updated on: 11 April 2025
Who can apply
Witnesses who were summoned and attended court to give evidence on behalf of the defence at the hearing of a case where free legal aid was granted can apply for this allowance.
What you can claim for
Witnesses can claim back for:
- loss of wages or salary
- subsistence
- travel expenses
How to apply
Please download the below form and fill out Part 1. You must then give the form to the Solicitor who will give it to the District Court Clerk, the County Registrar, or Registrar. Finally, the form will be assessed by the Department of Justice. If your application is successful, you will be contacted by post.
Claim for Allowances by a Witness who Attended Court on Behalf of the Defence
L.A. 2 - Claim for allowances by a witness who was summoned and attended court on behalf of the defence to give evidence as to fact at the hearing of a case in relation to which a certificate for free legal aid has been granted.
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