How to Apply

To apply to be an appointed attorney representing indigent criminal defendants during initial appearances:

1. Complete the Application
   • PDF (fillable)
2. Complete the Anti-Discrimination Acknowledgement Form
   • PDF (fillable)
3. Complete a Form W-9 (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification)
4. Submit the completed Applications in one of the following ways:
    
   • Email the completed applications to appointedattorneys@mdcourts.gov
   • Fax to: 410-260-1217; or
   • Mail to:
     Commissioner Headquarters
     Attn: Appointed Attorneys Program
     251 Rowe Boulevard, Suite 341
     Annapolis, MD 21401

For information on the scheduling process, see the Scheduling Policy.