Request For Court Appointed Attorney And Order {MC 222}

MC 222 - REQUEST FOR APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY AND ORDER. This form is used by a defendant in Michigan to request the appointment of a public defender or court-appointed attorney. The form gathers information about the defendant's personal and financial situation, such as income, assets, and obligations, to determine whether they are eligible for appointed counsel due to financial need. It also includes details about the charges, residence, and marital status of the defendant. Based on this information, the court will decide whether to appoint an attorney or refer the defendant for indigency screening. The form also includes a section for the court to issue an order granting or denying the request for an appointed attorney. Approved, SCAO. MCR 3.951, MCR 6.005, MCR 6.610(D),(G), MCR 6.625. www.FormsWorkflow.com