Criminal Legal
Insurance
Criminal legal insurance offers protection for
PCS members who work closely with the public at a cost of only £ 7.28 a
month for 24 hour protection including on and off duty.
We recognise your work can
sometimes lead to conflict, especially for people working in enforcement
or custodial duties. These incidents can sometimes result in criminal
proceedings against you. Even if claims are unfounded you may still
benefit from legal representation at an interview pre charge ( including
IOPC investigation ] or at a Magistrates or Crown Court. With no
guarantee your employer will provide you with a legal expenses indemnity
and the continued erosion of access to legal aid, PCS members can find
themselves potentially exposed and forced to their own defence against
legal criminal charges. PCS Legal Assistance insurance will support your
defence costs or support a claim you may want to bring against a third
party for up to:
o £750 for Crime-Pre Charge
o £25,000 for Crime-Scottish Crime Cover
o
£100,000 for Crime-Crown Court
o £50,000 for all other
sections of cover
for legal advisers’ costs for certain types of
legal action as more fully detailed in your policy wording and insurance
schedule
To apply for criminal legal insurance either complete
this online application or call us on 0345 209 4465
Apply for Criminal Legal Insurance