15 July 2009 Youth Legal Aid

Under 18? You have rights, too! Legal Aid Queensland provides specialised legal assistance for young people. Youth Legal Aid provides the following services: Legal information; Legal advice about your particular legal issue; Representation in a dispute with someone else; and Representation in court if you have been charged with a criminal offence. You may be able to get help with such issues as: You have been charged with a criminal offence (and are under 17); You have been approached or questioned by the police; You have been discriminated against; You have a dispute with your employer; You have a dispute over a contract; You are a victim of crime and want compensation; and/or You want your own lawyer for a Child Protection application. For more information please contact Legal Aid Queensland on 1300 651 188 or check out the website on: http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au There is a local office in Southport at 100 Scarborough St (1st floor).