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Act proven but not criminally responsible - Easy Read Act proven but not criminally responsible - Easy Read

This A4 size easy read resource explains what happens after court if court says you committed a serious crime but you are not criminally responsible because of your mental illness or cognitive impairment. The Mental Health Advocacy Service can help.

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Have you been involuntarily admitted to a hospital? Have you been involuntarily admitted to a hospital?

Find out your rights and where to get help if you have been involuntarily admitted to hospital under the Mental Health Act 2007.

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Mental Health Advocacy Service – advice about mental health matters Mental Health Advocacy Service – advice about mental health matters

This brochure outlines how the Legal Aid NSW Mental Health Advocacy Service can provide legal advice and assistance about mental health and guardianship law.

Mental Health Advocacy Service - Helping Aboriginal people with mental health law Mental Health Advocacy Service - Helping Aboriginal people with mental health law

Legal help, information and advice about mental health matters for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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What is a limiting term? - Easy Read What is a limiting term? - Easy Read

This A4 booklet explains what your options are if you have committed a serious crime and you have a cognitive impairment or mental illness. The Mental Health Advocacy Service can help.

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What is a Section 14? - Easy Read What is a Section 14? - Easy Read

This Easy Read resource explains what to do if you have a cognitive disability and the police have charged you with a crime.

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