Release on bail

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

• still meets the qualifications for Emergency Maintenance Allowance and
• has been in custody for less than 31 days and
• reapplies for Emergency Maintenance Allowance immediately after their release

The client must also meet the definition of the parent of 1 or more dependent children.

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

For more information see:

• Emergency Maintenance Allowance Prisoners - no stand-down applies
• Home detention