Frequently Asked Questions

Legal aid funding is contingent on your unique individual circumstances. While legal aid may cover the cost of your assessment, we cannot guarantee there will be no cost to you, as legal aid can still seek to recover costs in the future. We facilitate the legal aid application process to help you access financial support. For private clients, costs vary depending on the complexity of the assessment and report requirements. Contact us for a detailed quote.

Contact us via email at info@precisionaodsolutions.co.nz or call 021 910 007. We'll discuss your requirements and schedule the assessment at a convenient time.

Our staff work Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, except public holidays. For incarcerated individuals, assessments are conducted strictly via AVL (Audio Visual Link), which is constrained by Community Corrections business hours.

Yes. We provide AOD assessment services across New Zealand, including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and remote/rural locations. AVL interviews are available for incarcerated clients.

Yes. We have access to a wide network of professional translators to remove language barriers and ensure clear communication throughout the assessment process. Our translation services include, but are not limited to:

• Te Reo Māori
• Punjabi
• Spanish
• Mandarin
• And many other languages

Please inform us of your language requirements when booking, and we will arrange appropriate translation support at no additional complexity to your assessment.

Yes. All assessments and reports are conducted in strict confidence in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and professional ethical standards. Reports are prepared specifically for the court or Parole Board.

The Legal Aid funding application process can take up to 3-4 weeks for approval. We recommend initiating this process as early as possible to avoid delays.

Report assessment and writing takes 10-15 business days from successful application or funding approval.

The ideal timeframe is 6-8 weeks before your sentencing date. This allows sufficient time for assessment, report writing, and any necessary revisions. The Legal Aid funding application process can take up to 3-4 weeks for approval, so we recommend initiating this process as early as possible.

Assessments can be conducted in person or via AVL (Audio Visual Link) for incarcerated clients. The assessment typically takes 2-3 hours and covers AOD history, mental health, offense analysis, and treatment needs.

Outcomes are not guaranteed. A well-prepared pre-sentence report can identify mitigating factors, treatment needs, and rehabilitation potential that the court may consider in sentencing. However, the final decision rests entirely with judicial discretion, and no report can guarantee a specific outcome.

A parole AOD report assesses an individual's substance use, treatment progress, and readiness for release. It provides the Parole Board with evidence-based recommendations regarding release conditions and monitoring requirements.

The ideal timeframe is 6 months out from your Parole Board appearance. This ensures adequate time for comprehensive assessment and report preparation. The Legal Aid funding application process can take up to 3-4 weeks for approval. Report assessment and writing takes 10-15 business days from successful funding approval.

Yes. We conduct assessments via AVL (Audio Visual Link) across 13 prison networks nationwide, or in-person visits can be arranged when required.

The Parole Board considers: treatment engagement, progress in addressing AOD issues, relapse risk, support networks, and proposed release conditions. The report demonstrates rehabilitation commitment.

A Section 27 report is prepared under the Sentencing Act 2002 and provides cultural context to an individual's background, identity, and factors contributing to offending. It's strengths-based and culturally responsive.

Cultural reports are specifically designed for sentencing proceedings under Section 27. For parole matters, cultural considerations are integrated into our AOD Reports and Risk Assessments.

We provide culturally responsive assessments for all cultural backgrounds, with particular expertise in Māori cultural contexts. Our assessors have te reo Māori capability and understanding of tikanga.

Outcomes are not guaranteed. Section 27 reports help the court understand cultural context and may identify alternative sentencing options that better address underlying issues and promote rehabilitation. However, the final decision rests entirely with judicial discretion, and no report can guarantee a specific outcome.