Afghanistan Inquiry Legal Assistance Scheme
The AILAS grant funds legal costs for current and former ADF members involved in criminal matters arising from the Afghanistan Inquiry, ensuring access to legal support during investigations and proceedings.
Funder: Australia Department of Defence
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted at any time)
Funding Amounts: Covers reasonable legal costs, including professional fees and disbursements, as assessed per scheme guidelines; no fixed maximum.
Summary: Provides funding for legal representation for current and former ADF members involved in criminal matters related to the Afghanistan Inquiry.
Description
The Afghanistan Inquiry Legal Assistance Scheme (AILAS) provides financial support to current and former members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for reasonable legal costs incurred as a result of involvement in criminal investigations and prosecutions arising from the Afghanistan Inquiry. Covered costs include legal advice, representation in investigations and court proceedings, and necessary disbursements such as travel, photocopying, and attendance expenses. The scheme aims to ensure ADF members have access to legal support when responding to official inquiries or legal actions connected to the Afghanistan Inquiry.
