The merits test is applied mainly in relation to applications for legal aid for appeal. However, it does not apply to an appeal involving a charge of murder, treason or piracy with violence.

• 案情审查主要适用于申请法律援助以作上诉的案件，但不包括涉及谋杀、叛国及暴力海盗行为等控罪而提出的上诉。