If you are new to submitting CRM14 criminal legal aid applications electronically, you will find the following tutorial videos helpful:
- an introduction to the CRM14 eForm
- an introduction to the CRM14 eForm benefit checker
- an introduction to date stamping the CRM14 eForm
Success of eForms
The popularity of the eForm continues to grow, with 89% of applications being submitted electronically in November 2015. Using the eForm gives you the following benefits:
- date stamping of applications on completion of minimal information
- allows providers direct access to Department for Work and Pensions link to confirm benefits status of clients before submission
- reduction in number of rejected applications – you only need to provide information that is necessary based on individual case type/client
- combines information in the CRM14 and CRM15 in one form
- CRM14 eForm uses technology providers are already familiar with – as with CRM4s, 5s and 7s)
- less paperwork to keep on file
- immediate communication relating to queries and overall outcome
Further information
- Crime_Change_Progra@legalaid.gsi.gov.uk – to email questions to the Crime Change Programme Team
- CRM14: criminal legal aid application form
- Legal aid: eForms
- Criminal legal aid processing: applications and digital systems