Release on bail

When a client is released on bail, Emergency Benefit can be paid from the date of release providing the client:

• is limited in their capacity or unable to work for a period because of a temporary health condition or
• because of a health condition, cannot work for an indefinite period

A medical certificate is required as proof.

Note if the client has been in custody for more than 31 days an initial stand-down will be imposed.

For more information see:

• Prisoners no stand-down applies