# Act of Sederunt (Summary Applications, Statutory Applications and Appeals etc. Rules) 1999, Rule 3.8.6: Appointment of solicitor by court

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Where the patient has indicated that he wishes to be represented at the hearing but has not nominated a representative, the sheriff may appoint a solicitor to take instructions from the patient.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1999/929/rule/3.8.6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/act-of-sederunt-summary-applications-statutory-applications-and-appeals-etc-rules-1999/rule-3.8.6
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