This document establishes the specific financial eligibility criteria for individuals seeking civil legal aid within the Scottish legal system. The regulations are issued by the Secretary of State for Scotland under the authority of the Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 1986, providing the statutory framework for determining disposable income and capital thresholds for applicants. It serves as a regulatory instrument to define the boundaries of state-funded legal assistance.

Legal practitioners and administrative officials utilize this text as a primary reference for determining client eligibility under the 1990 regulatory framework. Experts note that while the text is highly technical and specific to its era, it remains a foundational document for understanding the historical evolution of Scottish legal aid policy.