Appointment of Pro deo Counsel
Service description
Legal assistance is made available to indigent (poor) appellants in civil cases. In criminal appeals pro-deo counsel is assigned to appellants in murder cases and any other cases which have constitutional connotations.
How do I obtain the service?
In both civil and criminal appeals, you apply to the Registrar for assessment of your status.
How do I apply for this service?
For civil and criminal appeals, you apply to the Registrar pursuant to Rule 30 of the Court of Appeal Rules which requires that the Registrar assess your means. Firstly, the Registrar will course for a certificate of whether or not you have an arguable case to be made by an attorney. If you don’t have an arguable case, you will be denied the service.
Where can I get more information?
The Registrar's Office
Private Bag F13 Tel: (+267) 2412125 Fax: (+267) 2416378 Email:The Registrar's Office
Private Bag 00220 Tel: (+267) 3718000 Fax: (+267) 3915119 Email:The Registrar's Office
Private Bag 001 Tel: (+267) 5338000 Fax: (+267) 5332317 Email:The Registrar's Office
Private Bag 00220 Tel: (+267) 3718000 Fax: (+267) 3915119 Email: